1 Ducat - Charles III 1718-1726 front 1 Ducat - Charles III 1718-1726 back
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1 Ducat - Charles III

 
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Charles III (III. Károly) (1711-1740)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1718-1726
Value
1 Ducat (Dukát) (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#77439
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Radiant - in oval mandorla - crowned and glorified Madonna with scepter in the right hand, child on the left arm seated on crescent; crowned twofold Hungarian shield below. Date divided at the top

Script: Latin

Lettering: S · IMMAC · VIR · MARIA · MAT · DEI · PAT · HVNG · 1721 ·

Translation: Saint Immaculate Mary Mother of God, Protector of Hungary.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Charles III 1718-1726 coin from Hungary is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by Charles III, who was attempting to stabilize the Hungarian economy and strengthen the country's economy. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained a popular form of currency throughout Charles III's reign and beyond.