10 Ducats - Joseph I
1709 year| Gold | 35.55851 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Joseph I (I. József) (1705-1711) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1709 |
| Value | 10 Ducats (Dukát) (35) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 35.55851 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189493 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle in inner circle, K B mintmark divided by eagle's tail, no orb between the eagle's heads
Crowned fourfold (Árpádian stripes - Bohemian lion - Árpádian stripes - Bohemian lion) coat of arms in U shape cartouche; uncrowned Austrian and Burgundian coat of arms in center shield.
Inscription in a pearl circle, date at the end
Lettering:
ARCHIDVX · AVS · DVX · BVR · MAR · MOR · CO · TYR · 1709
K B
Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Margrave of Moravia and Count of Tyrol
Edge
Plain
Comment
Based on a Tallér stamp, see link belowInteresting fact
The 10 Ducats - Joseph I 1709 coin from Hungary is interesting because it was minted during a time when the Habsburg Empire was facing economic challenges, and the coin's value was significantly higher than its face value, making it a sought-after collector's item.
