4 Ducats - Maria Theresa 1759 front 4 Ducats - Maria Theresa 1759 back
4 Ducats - Maria Theresa 1759 photo
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4 Ducats - Maria Theresa

1759 year
Gold 13.28 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States)
Princess
Maria Theresa (1740-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1759
Value
4 Ducats
Currency
Thaler (1526-1780)
Composition
Gold
Weight
13.28 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#178674
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The 4 Ducats - Maria Theresa 1759 coin from the Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) is an interesting piece of history, as it was issued during the reign of Maria Theresa, who was the first and only female ruler of the Habsburg dominions. She was known for her strong leadership and her efforts to modernize and centralize the government, which had a significant impact on the economy and trade of the region. This coin, made of gold and weighing 13.28g, is a testament to the economic and political changes that took place during her reign.