© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
5 Ducats - Ferdinand III Vienna
| Gold (.986) | 17.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand III (1637-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1638-1655 |
| Value | 5 Ducats |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 17.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#153743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Arms on eagle, small Austrian shield below dividing the legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ArCHID AVS DVX // BVR CO TYR C date
Comment
Struck with 1/2 Thaler dies, KM#839. Prev. KM#1846.Several date missing in Krause who pools 2 types.
Mint mark bird for H.J. Stadler and inverted triangle for J.C. Richthausen.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats - Ferdinand III (Vienna) 1638-1655 coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Austrian Empire. The Thirty Years War had just ended in 1648, and the empire was struggling to rebuild and maintain its power. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its gold content and intricate designs making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
