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1¼ Ducat Coronation
1790 yearGold (.986) | 4.35 g | - |
Issuer | Free imperial city of Frankfurt (German States) |
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Period | Free City (1372-1866) |
Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
Year | 1790 |
Value | 1¼ Ducat (1¼ Dukat) (4.375) |
Currency | Medallic coronation coinage, Thaler |
Composition | Gold (.986) |
Weight | 4.35 g |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#206794 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crown above sword, sceptre, and imperial orb.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIETATE · ET · CONCORDIA ·
Translation: Piety and harmony.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the coronation of Emperor Leopold II in 1790, which was a significant event in the history of the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design features an image of the emperor on one side and the coat of arms of the Free Imperial City of Frankfurt on the other, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.