5 Ducats - Leopold I (Vienna) 1662-1663 front 5 Ducats - Leopold I (Vienna) 1662-1663 back
5 Ducats - Leopold I (Vienna) 1662-1663 photo
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5 Ducats - Leopold I Vienna

 
Gold (.986) 17.2 g -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Archduke
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1662-1663
Value
5 Ducats
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
17.2 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#94295
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Double headed eagle with composite arms on oval shield, chain of the Golden Fleece, inner circle. Mint mark for Andrea Cetto divide the legend. Legend (starts 1h). Date divided by the crown on top.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHI D AVST (CA) D BVR COM TVR

Comment

Pooled by KM under the same number with 1661 despite major differences.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats - Leopold I (Vienna) 1662-1663 coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Austrian Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Leopold I, who was known for his efforts to centralize power and reform the empire's economy. The coin's gold content and intricate design were meant to symbolize the empire's wealth and power, and it was likely used for large transactions and as a store of value. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.