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1⁄12 Ducat - Leopold I Breslau
| Gold (.986) | 0.2917 g | - |
| Issuer | Royal Mint of Silesia |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1692-1698 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Ducat (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 0.2917 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#47286 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed eagle with arms on its chest, holding sword and scepter. Date on top separated in two by the crown.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHIDVX AVST DVX BVR E SIL date
Comment
KM# is attributed to German states.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1⁄12 Ducat - Leopold I (Breslau) 1692-1698 from Royal Mint of Silesia is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary, Croatia, and Bohemia. The coin's minting was a significant event in the history of the region, as it marked the beginning of a new era in coinage and commerce. The use of gold in the coin's production also signifies the value and wealth of the time period.
