© Auktionen Frühwald
© Auktionen Frühwald
1 Ducat - Maria Theresia Hall
1744 year| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Maria Theresa (1740-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1744 |
| Value | 1 Ducat |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#160878 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned arms with Hungary, Bohemia, Austria and ancient Burgundy, crowned shield of Tyrol at center, baroque frame with heads of griffins at top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AUST DUX // BURG COM TYR date
Interesting fact
The 1744 Maria Theresia Ducat coin is considered one of the most beautiful coins in the world, with a design that has remained unchanged for over 200 years. It features a portrait of Empress Maria Theresia, who ruled the Austrian Empire from 1740 to 1780, and is surrounded by intricate details and ornaments. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it was made with high-quality gold (.986) and weighs 3.5 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
