1 Ducat - Ferdinand V (War of Independence Coinage) 1848 front 1 Ducat - Ferdinand V (War of Independence Coinage) 1848 back
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1 Ducat - Ferdinand V War of Independence Coinage

1848 year
Gold (.986) 3.491 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
Period
War of Independence (1848-1849)
King
Ferdinand V (V. Ferdinánd) (1835-1848)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1848
Value
1 Ducat (Dukát) (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.491 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
0.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#33875
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Hungarian text around Madonna with the Child, Hungarian shield on the bottom (with slim shield, rare)

Script: Latin

Lettering: SZ · MÁRIA IST · ANNYA MAGY · OR · VÉDŐJE 1848

Translation:
Szent Mária Isten anyja Magyarország védője
Protector of Hungary, Virgin Maria, Mother of God

Engraver: Laurenz Pönninger

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Ferdinand V (War of Independence Coinage) 1848 from Hungary is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the country's history. The coin was issued during the Hungarian Revolution of 1848, which was a period of political upheaval and conflict against the Austrian Empire. Despite the challenges of this time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its gold composition and detailed design. This coin serves as a testament to the resilience and determination of the Hungarian people during a difficult period in their history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1848  53000 - - - - - -

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