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10 Ducats - Ferdinand III Vienna
| Gold (.986) | 35 g | - |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand III (1637-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1656-1657 |
| Value | 10 Ducats |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 35 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#69380 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARC DVX AVST D BVR S K C C TYR 1656
Comment
Prev. KM#1849Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats - Ferdinand III (Vienna) 1656-1657 coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Austrian Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand III, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1637 to 1657. During his reign, the empire was facing numerous challenges, including the Thirty Years' War, which had devastated much of Europe and had a significant impact on the empire's economy. Despite these challenges, the minting of this coin suggests that the empire was still capable of producing high-quality currency, which speaks to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people during this time.
