© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
1 Ducat - Maximilian I Hall
| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximilian I (1486-1519) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1511-1518 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (2.25) |
| Currency | Pfennig (800-1500) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#328947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Full-length facing figure of St. Leopold holding pennant on staff and church model, R.N. date at end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIVVS LEVPO(L)(-) (L)VS
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin was used as a means of payment in the Austrian Empire during the reign of Maximilian I (1511-1518). It was made of gold (.986) and weighed 3.5 grams. Despite its small size, the coin was highly valued due to its gold content and was used for large transactions. In fact, it was considered one of the most valuable coins in Europe during that time.
