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2 Ducats - Maria Theresa
| Gold (.986) | 6.98 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Queen | Maria Theresa (Mária Terézia) (1740-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1763-1765 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (Dukát) (7) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 6.98 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#33896 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Seated radiant glorified and crowned Madonna with glorified child on left arm; orb in the right hand, scepter in the right hand above crowned Hungarian coat of arms in cartouche below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PATRONA · REGNI · HUNGARIÆ · 1765 ·
Translation: Protector of the Kingdom of Hungary
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Variant 1765, differences in radials on reverse.Photos of AUREA Numismatika.
K - D stands for: Anton Klemmer, mintmaster and Pascal Damiani, financial controller
Interesting fact
The 2 Ducats - Maria Theresa 1763-1765 coin from Hungary is an interesting piece of history, as it was issued during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, who was one of the most influential women of the 18th century. She was the ruler of the Habsburg Empire, which spanned across much of Europe, and her reign lasted for 40 years. The coin itself is made of gold (.986) and weighs 6.98 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
