1 Ducat - Maria Theresia (Graz) 1747-1765 front 1 Ducat - Maria Theresia (Graz) 1747-1765 back
1 Ducat - Maria Theresia (Graz) 1747-1765 photo
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1 Ducat - Maria Theresia Graz

 
Gold (.986) 3.48 g -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Empress
Maria Theresa (1740-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1747-1765
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.48 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#89454
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Crowned double headed imperial eagle. To the centre the arms of Styria, on top the patriarchal cross of Hungary and the lion of Bohemia, below the arms of Austria and ancient Burgundy.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID AUSTR DUX // BURG & STYRIÆ date

Unabridged legend: Archiducisa Austriae Ducisa Burgundiae et Styriae

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat - Maria Theresia (Graz) 1747-1765 coin from the Austrian Empire is interesting because it was minted during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, who was one of the most influential women in European history. She ruled the Austrian Empire for 40 years and was known for her many reforms, including the establishment of a centralized bureaucracy, the creation of a national system of education, and the promotion of trade and commerce. The coin's design features a portrait of Maria Theresa on one side and the Austrian coat of arms on the other, and its gold content and weight make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.