1 Ducat - Francis I 1831-1835 front 1 Ducat - Francis I 1831-1835 back
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1 Ducat - Francis I

 
Gold (.986) 3.4909 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Francis I of Austria (1804-1835)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1831-1835
Value
1 Ducat (4.66)
Currency
Gulden (1754-1857)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.4909 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
0.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#33729
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: HVN. BOH. LOMB. ET. VEN. GAL. LOD. IL. REX. A. A.

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Francis I 1831-1835 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 1831 to 1835. During his reign, there was a significant shift towards liberalism and economic reform, which led to the introduction of new currency standards and the minting of coins like the 1 Ducat. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item today, and its historical significance is a testament to the economic and political changes that took place during Francis I's reign.