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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 | 1816-1824 |
| 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#33728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: HVN. BOH. LOM. ET. GAL. LOD. IL. REX. A. A. 1818
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Francis I 1816-1824 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 Emperor Francis I, who ruled the Austrian Empire from 1804 to 1835. During his reign, the empire underwent significant economic reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system and the establishment of a national bank. The 1 Ducat coin was part of this new currency system and was used widely throughout the empire. Despite the economic and political changes of the time, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
