5 Ducats - Leopold I ND
| Gold | 17.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1657-1705 |
| 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#188991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned and glorified Madonna seated on a cloud, in ornamented dress, scepter in right hand, orb in the left; glorified child sits on the left arm
Crowned oval twofold Hungarian coat of arms under child
No year mark
Lettering: S : IMMACVL : VIR : MAR : MAT : DEI : PAT : HVNGARIÆ :
Translation: Saint Immaculate Virgin Mary Mother of God, Protector of Hungary
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. It was a time of great turmoil in Europe, with the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648) taking place during his reign. Despite the conflicts, the coinage of Hungary during this period was known for its high quality and beauty, and the 5 Ducats coin is a prime example of this. The coin features an elegant design, with the obverse side bearing the image of Leopold I in royal regalia, while the reverse side features the Hungarian coat of arms. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
