2 Ducats - Francis II 1799-1803 front 2 Ducats - Francis II 1799-1803 back
2 Ducats - Francis II 1799-1803 photo
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2 Ducats - Francis II

 
Gold (.986) 7 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Francis II (1792-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1799-1803
Value
2 Ducats (9.33)
Currency
Gulden (1754-1857)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
7 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#89317
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Crowned double headed imperial eagle with Habsburg Lorraine arms, value below in a frame, legend around (starts 1h).

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCH AVST D BVRG (2) LOTH M D HET 1799

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Francis II 1799-1803 coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Austrian Empire. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by Francis II in 1799, which aimed to stabilize the empire's economy and simplify its currency system. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained in circulation for several decades and is now a sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1799 A 68000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Ducats - Francis II 1799-1803 coin.