1 Ducat Klippe - Leopold I
1691 year| Gold (.986) | - | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1691 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (Dukát) (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Shape | Square with angled corners |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189070 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned and glorified radiant Madonna seated on a crescent with scepter in right hand, child sits on the left arm.
Inscription around in inner pearl circle, date at the end of the inscription
Lettering: AR · AV ·DV · BV · M · MO · CO · TY · 1680 ·
Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Margrave of Moravia and Count of Tyrol
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Ducat Klippe - Leopold I 1691 from Hungary made of Gold (.986) is a rare and valuable coin that was minted during the reign of Emperor Leopold I in the late 17th century. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique "klippe" or "cut" design, which was a distinctive feature of Hungarian coins during this period. The klippe design involves cutting the coin into a unique shape, in this case, a hexagon, which sets it apart from other coins of the time. This design was used to prevent counterfeiting and to showcase the skill of the mint masters. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable piece of numismatic history.
