© Auktionen Frühwald
© Auktionen Frühwald
2 Ducats - Leopold I Vienna
| Gold (.986) | 7 g | - |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Archduke | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1660-1662 |
| Value | 2 Ducats |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#125737 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed imperial eagle with sword and sceptre, composite arms in an oval shield at centre surrounded by the chain of the Golden Fleece. The mint mark divides the legend below. Date at end of legend on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AVS DVX (CA) BVR CO TIRO date
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Leopold I (Vienna) 1660-1662 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 Emperor Leopold I in 1660, which aimed to stabilize the empire's economy and simplify trade. The coin's gold content and standardized weight and size made it a reliable and trustworthy form of currency, helping to facilitate trade and commerce across the empire.
