© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
5 Ducats - Leopold I Kolozsvár
| Gold (.986) | 17.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Transylvania (Hungarian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Leopold I (1691-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1694-1696 |
| Value | 5 Ducats |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1780) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 17.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#265069 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle with Transylvanian arms on breast
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DVCATVS NOV - TRANSVLVANIÆ · 16 - 94
K V
Comment
Another example source: Numismatics.hu:Last known sales price: EUR19,200,-
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats - Leopold I (Kolozsvár) 1694-1696 coin from the Principality of Transylvania is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Principality of Transylvania was a semi-independent state within the Hungarian Kingdom, and the minting of this coin reflects the growing influence of the Habsburg Empire in the region. The coin's gold content and intricate design also reflect the wealth and sophistication of the Transylvanian nobility during this time.
