10 Ducats - Charles III 1713 front 10 Ducats - Charles III 1713 back
10 Ducats - Charles III 1713 photo
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10 Ducats - Charles III

1713 year
Gold (.986) 34.63 g 45.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Prince
Charles III (1711-1740)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1713
Value
10 Ducats
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
34.63 g
Diameter
45.7 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#315150
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms on breast of crowned double-headed eagle, date in legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHIDVX. AVST: DVX. BVRG. PRINC. TRANSSYL 1713

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats - Charles III 1713 coin from Principality of Transylvania is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Principality of Transylvania was a semi-independent state within the Hungarian Kingdom, and Charles III was the Prince of Transylvania from 1711 to 1713. During his reign, the region was facing challenges from the neighboring Ottoman Empire, which had been expanding its territories in Eastern Europe. Despite these challenges, the coinage during this period remained consistent, with the 10 Ducats coin being one of the most popular denominations. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the people of Transylvania during a time of great uncertainty.