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2 Ducats - Joseph II, as co-ruler
| Gold (.986) | 7 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Queen | Maria Theresa (Mária Terézia) (1740-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1768-1780 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (Dukát) (7) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#33908 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned, double-headed imperial eagle with Habsburg Lorraine arms, value below in a frame, mintmaster's mark divided by tail feathers, legend around starting at 1 o'clock. Value (2) in frame under tails.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTUTE ET EXEMPLO 1775
H· G ·
2
Translation: Virtue and example
Comment
The KM number is wrongly listed under Austria.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Joseph II coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and reform in Hungary. Joseph II, who ruled alongside his mother Maria Theresa, was known for his enlightened policies and efforts to modernize the country. This coin, minted during his co-rule from 1768-1780, reflects the economic and political changes that were taking place during that time.
