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© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
1 Ducat - Charles III
| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (III. Károly) (1711-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1712-1718 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (Dukát) (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#77438 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Radiant crowned and glorified Madonna with scepter in the right hand, child on the left arm seated on crescent.
Crowned twofold Hungarian shield below; P W privy marks in adjoining shields on both sides
Date divided by the head.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PATRONA · HVNGARIÆ · 17 12
P W
Translation: Protector of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin was used as a means of payment in the Austro-Hungarian Empire and was equivalent to 1/4 of a gold forint. It was minted in Hungary during the reign of Charles III (1712-1718) and was made of gold with a purity of .986. The coin weighs 3.5 grams and has a diameter of 23.5 millimeters. It features an image of Charles III on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. The coin was used widely in trade and commerce throughout the empire and is now a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
