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1 Ducat - I György Rákóczi Neustadt
1648 year| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | George Rákóczi I (1630-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1648 |
| Value | 1 Ducat |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#119203 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Madonna facing, holding sceptre with left hand and orb with right hand, supporting child on right knee.
Mintmark across fields.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PAR REG HVN DO ET SI CO 1648
Comment
This ducat was one of his final issues before his death in October of 1648, prior to passing sole rule onto his son, Georg II, who had been elected prince in 1642. The father and son ruled jointly from 1642 to 1648.Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin featuring I György Rákóczi (Neustadt) 1648 from Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) is a rare and valuable coin, with only a limited number of coins minted. It is considered a collector's item and its value can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on its condition and rarity.
