1 Ducat - Francis Joseph Maximillian 1794 front 1 Ducat - Francis Joseph Maximillian 1794 back
1 Ducat - Francis Joseph Maximillian 1794 photo
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1 Ducat - Francis Joseph Maximillian

1794 year
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Roudnice (Silesia)
Duke
Francis Joseph Maximilian (Franz Joseph Maximilian) (1786-1803)
Regent
Gabriella of Savoy-Carignano (1786-1794)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1794
Value
1 Ducat
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#122703
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crown and mantled arms

Script: Latin

Lettering: TVT.M.G.P.VID.DE.LOBK.N.P.SAB.C.ET.AVG.P.DE.LOBK.1794

Unabridged legend: Tutela Mariae Gabrielae Principissae Viduae De Lobkowitz Natae Principissae Sabaudiae Carignani Et Augustae Principissae De Lobkowitz

Engraver: Joseph Vinazer

Comment

Silver and Gold-plated silver forgeries from 19th century exist.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Francis Joseph Maximillian 1794 coin from the Duchy of Roudnice (Silesia) is that it features a unique blend of Baroque and Renaissance styles in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Francis Joseph Maximillian, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Duchy of Roudnice, surrounded by intricate floral patterns and ornaments. This blend of styles reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time period in which the coin was minted.