10 Ducats - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 1754 front 10 Ducats - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 1754 back
10 Ducats - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 1754 photo
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10 Ducats - Maria Theresia Vienna

1754 year
Gold (.986) 34.78 g -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Empress
Maria Theresa (1740-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1754
Value
10 Ducats (46.6)
Currency
Gulden (1754-1857)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
34.78 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#89463
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Crowned double headed imperial eagle. To the centre the arms of Austria, on top the patriarchal cross of Hungary and the lion of Bohemia, below ancient Burgundy and the shield of Tyrol. Value in roman numeral below between the tail feathers.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID AUST DUX (X) BURG COM TYR date

Comment

Not in Krause

Interesting fact

The 10 Ducats - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 1754 coin is considered one of the most beautiful coins in the world, with a design that has remained unchanged for over 250 years. It features a portrait of Empress Maria Theresia on the obverse and the Austrian coat of arms on the reverse. The coin's design has been praised for its artistic beauty and historical significance, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.