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1 Ducat - Francis I
| Gold (.986) | 3.4909 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis I of Austria (1804-1835) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1811-1815 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (4.66) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.4909 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33727 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed imperial eagle with Habsburg Lorraine arms, legend around (starts 1h).
Script: Latin
Lettering: HVN: BOH: GAL: REX. A : A : LO : WI : ET IN. FR : DVX. 1811
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Francis I 1811-1815 coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Francis I, who was the first Emperor of Austria and ruled from 1804 to 1835. During his reign, the Austrian Empire underwent significant reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which replaced the old system of florins and kreuzers with the Gulden and Kreuzer. The 1 Ducat coin was part of this new currency system and was used widely throughout the empire. Despite the changes, the coin still maintained a high level of gold content, with a purity level of .986, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
