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4 Ducats - Francis II
| Gold (.986) | 14 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis II (1792-1806) Francis I of Austria (1804-1835) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1804-1806 |
| Value | 4 Ducats (18.66) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33429 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GERM·HVN·BOH·REX·A·A· D·LOTH·VEN·SAL·1806·
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Ducats - Francis II 1804-1806 coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Francis II, who was the last Holy Roman Emperor and the first Emperor of Austria. This period saw the rise of nationalism and the fall of the Holy Roman Empire, and the coin's mintage reflects the economic and political shifts that were taking place at the time.
