1 Ducat - Leopold I
1691 year| Gold (.986) | 3.55 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1691 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (Dukát) (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.55 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189077 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned and glorified radiant Madonna seated on a crescent with scepter in right hand, child sits on the left arm.
Crowned twofold Hungarian shield below
Inscription around in inner pearl circle,date at the end of lettering
Lettering: AR · AV ·DVX · BV · M · MO · CO · TY · 1691 ·
Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Margrave of Moravia, Count of Tyrol
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat - Leopold I 1691 coin was minted during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary from 1657 to 1705. The coin features an image of Leopold I on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of gold (.986) and weighed 3.55 grams. It was a standard circulation coin at the time and was used for everyday transactions. It's interesting to note that the coin was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The Holy Roman Empire was in decline, and the Habsburg dynasty, to which Leopold I belonged, was struggling to maintain its power and influence. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the time.
