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© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
5 Ducats - Leopold I
| Gold | 17.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1662-1665 |
| Value | 5 Ducats (Dukát) (17.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 17.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189001 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle in inner circle, K B divided by eagle's tail.
Crowned fourfold (Árpádian stripes - Bohemian lion - Árpádian stripes - Bohemian lion) coat of arms in U shape cartouche
Uncrowned Austrian and Burgundian coat of arms in center shield
Date at the end of the inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCHIDVX · AV · DV · BV · MAR · MOR · CO · TYR · 1662
K B
Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Margrave of Moravia and Count of Tyrol
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Ducats coin was minted during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary from 1657 to 1705. The coin features an image of Leopold I on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. It was made of gold and weighed 17.5 grams, making it a significant and valuable coin at the time. It's worth noting that the coin's design and weight were meant to symbolize the power and wealth of the Habsburg Empire, which was one of the most influential empires in European history. The coin's gold content also made it a popular choice for trade and commerce, and it was likely used for large transactions and as a store of value.
