1 Ducat - Charles III 1721-1734 front 1 Ducat - Charles III 1721-1734 back
1 Ducat - Charles III 1721-1734 photo
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1 Ducat - Charles III

 
Gold 3.44 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Charles III (1711-1740)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1721-1734
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.44 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72406
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID AV D BVR PRINC TRANSYL date

Comment

R.: 28

Variant 1734.

Alba Iulia mint.
Photos of Aureanumismatika.

Variant 1725, differences in comparison with other years.

Photos of Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.

Variant 1728, slight different reverse, lettering is little bit shifted against eagle.

Photos of H.D. Rauch.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Charles III 1721-1734 coin from Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) is that it was minted during a time of great cultural and economic growth in the region. The Principality of Transylvania was a semi-independent state within the Hungarian Kingdom, and during Charles III's reign, it experienced a period of relative stability and prosperity. This is reflected in the coin's design, which features a detailed portrait of Charles III and an intricate depiction of the Transylvanian coat of arms on the reverse side. The coin's gold content and detailed craftsmanship also speak to the region's wealth and economic importance during this time.