© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
6 Ducats ND
| Gold | 20.84 g | 31.0 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Archduke | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1657-1705 |
| Value | 6 Ducats |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 20.84 g |
| Diameter | 31.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Roller milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#338727 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Emperor Leopold I on square shield, divided in five fields; clockwise from top left: 1. horizontal stripes of Hungary, 2. crowned rampant lion of Bohemia, 3. white panther of Styria in left field and rampant lion over stripes of Gorizia in right field, 4. five eagles of Lower Austria, and 5. three horizontal stripes of Austria in left field and diagonal stripes of Burgundy in right field; inner shield with coat of arms of Tyrol; angels to the right and left; Order of the Golden Fleece around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHIDV · AVST : DVX · BV : CO : TYR ·
Unabridged legend: Archidux Austriae, dux Burgundiae, comes Tyrolis.
Translation: Archduke of Austria, duke of Burgundy, count of Tyrol.
Comment
A presentation gold strike of the .Interesting fact
The Pattern 6 Ducats ND (1657-1705) from the Austrian Empire made of Gold weighing 20.84g is a rare and valuable coin. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Emperor Leopold I, who was known for his extensive coinage reforms. The coin features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of the emperor and the reverse side featuring the coat of arms of the Austrian Empire. Additionally, the coin was minted using a unique technique called "gun metal," which gave it a distinctive blue-gray color. This coin is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable addition to any numismatic collection.
