1 Ducat - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 1765 front 1 Ducat - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 1765 back
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1 Ducat - Maria Theresia Vienna

1765 year
Gold (.986) 3.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Empress
Maria Theresa (1740-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1765
Value
1 Ducat (4.66)
Currency
Gulden (1754-1857)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.5 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#159511
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID AUST DUX // BURG COM TYR

Unabridged legend: Archiducisa Austriae Ducisa Burgundiae Comitissa Tyrolis

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 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 Habsburg Empire for 40 years and was known for her political and economic reforms, which helped to strengthen the empire and improve the lives of its citizens. The coin itself is made of gold (.986) and weighs 3.5 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.