© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
1 Ducat - Johann Wenzel
1771 year| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Counts of Paar (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | John Wenzel (1769-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1771 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (2) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#92564 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed imperial eagle with the arms of the Paar family, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S I AUL REG HER & P // GE H POST MAG
Unabridged legend: Supremus Imperii Auleaque Regiae Hereditarius & Per Germaniam Hereditarius Postarum Magister
Comment
Only about 100-200 pieces were minted.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1771 Johann Wenzel 1 Ducat coin from the Counts of Paar (Austrian States) is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, who was known for her many reforms and her efforts to centralize power in the Austrian Empire. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing need for a standardized currency across the empire, as well as a way to promote the power and prestige of the ruling family. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today, with its gold content and historical significance making it a prized addition to any collection.
