6 Ducats - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 1765 front 6 Ducats - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 1765 back
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6 Ducats - Maria Theresia Vienna

1765 year
Gold (.986) 21 g -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Empress
Maria Theresa (1740-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1765
Value
6 Ducats (28)
Currency
Gulden (1754-1857)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
21 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#36353
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Crowned double headed imperial eagle. To the centre the arms of Austria, on top the patriarchal cross of Hungary and the lion of Bohemia, below ancient Burgundy and the shield of Tyrol. Value in roman numeral below between the tail feathers.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID AUST DUX (VI) BURG COM TYR date

Interesting fact

The 6 Ducats - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 1765 coin from the Austrian Empire is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, who was one of the most influential women of her time. She ruled the Austrian Empire for 40 years, from 1740 until her death in 1780, and her reign saw significant cultural, economic, and political reforms. The coin's design features an image of the Empress on one side and the imperial eagle on the other, symbolizing the power and influence of the Austrian Empire during her rule.