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4 Ducats - Francis Joseph I
| Gold (.986) | 13.9636 g | 39.5 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis Joseph I (Franz Joseph I) (1848-1916) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1867-1872 |
| Value | 4 Ducats (18.66) |
| Currency | Austro-Hungarian gulden (decimalized, 1857-1892) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 13.9636 g |
| Diameter | 39.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33652 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Double-headed Austro-Hungarian eagle with crown, orb, and scepter
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HVNGAR.BOHEM.GAL.LOD.ILL.REX.A.A.1872
4
Translation: King of Hungary, Bohemia, Galicia, Lodomeria and Illyria, Archduke of Austria.
Engraver: Josef Daniel Böhm
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Ducats - Francis Joseph I 1867-1872 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the Austrian Empire. The coin was introduced in 1867, just a year after the Austro-Prussian War, which had resulted in the empire's defeat and the loss of its dominant position in Germany. Additionally, the coin was minted during the reign of Francis Joseph I, who was the last emperor of the Austrian Empire and ruled for over 60 years. This coin is a testament to the empire's rich history and the significant changes that took place during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1867 A | 16000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1868 A | 17000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1869 A | 19000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1870 A | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1871 A | 19000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1872 A | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Ducats - Francis Joseph I 1867-1872 coin.
