© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
1 Ducat - Leopold II
1790 year| Gold (.986) | 3.50 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold II (II. Lipót) (1790-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1790 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (Dukát) (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.50 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#159449 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Glorified and crowned radiant Madonna with child on her left arm seated on a crescent
Hungarian shield below
Script: Latin
Lettering: S. MARIA MATER DEI-PATRONA HVNG 1790
Translation:
SANCTA MARIA MATER DEI PATRONA HUNGARIAE.
Saint Maria Mother of God, Protector of Hungary
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Leopold II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1790 to 1792. It was a time of great change and upheaval in Europe, with the French Revolution happening just a few years prior. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with intricate details and designs that showcase the skill of the mint's engravers and craftsmen.
