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10 Ducats - Leopold I
| Gold | 35.55851 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1665-1675 |
| 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#188946 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle in inner circle, K B divided by eagle's tail.
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
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCHIDVX · AVS · DVX · BVR · MAR · MOR · CO · TY ·
K B
Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Margrave of Moravia and Count of Tyrol
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Ducats coin was minted during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary from 1657 to 1705. The coin features an image of Leopold I on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. It was made of gold and weighed 35.55851 grams, making it a substantial and valuable coin. Interestingly, the 10 Ducats coin was not only used as currency but also as a symbol of power and prestige. The coin's high gold content and intricate design made it a status symbol for the wealthy and powerful, and it was often given as a gift to dignitaries and nobles. Today, the 10 Ducats coin is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history.
