1 Ducat - Joseph I 1705-1707 front 1 Ducat - Joseph I 1705-1707 back
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1 Ducat - Joseph I

 
Gold (3.5) - -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Joseph I (I. József) (1705-1711)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1705-1707
Value
1 Ducat (Dukát) (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Gold (3.5)
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#189496
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Radiant crowned and glorified Madonna with scepter in the right hand, child on the left arm seated on crescent; crowned twofold Hungarian shield below.
Mintmaster's symbol C $ in shield at the sides
Date is divided on the top.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PATRONA · HVNGARIÆ · 17 06
C $

Translation: Protector of Hungary

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat coin from Joseph I's reign was the first gold coin issued by the Habsburgs in Hungary, and it was minted in small quantities, making it a rare and valuable collector's item today.