© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
1 Ducat Siege coinage
1743 year| Gold (.986) | 3.43 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | City under siege of Braunau (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | War of the Austrian Succession (1740-1748) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1743 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.43 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#154693 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Interesting fact
The 1743 Siege coinage 1 Ducat from Braunau was minted during the Austrian War of Succession, specifically during the siege of Braunau by French and Bavarian troops. The coin was minted using gold that was donated by the citizens of Braunau, and it features a unique design that includes a depiction of the city's coat of arms and a siege scene on the reverse. The coin's mintage was limited to only 1,000 pieces, making it a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists.
