Ducat - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler 1747-1767 front Ducat - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler 1747-1767 back
Ducat - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler 1747-1767 photo
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Ducat - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler

 
Gold (.986) 3.49 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
Emperor
Francis I (1745-1765)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1747-1767
Value
1 Ducat (Dukát) (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.49 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#317190
Rarity index
68%

Reverse

Imperial eagle with shield of Lorraine and Toscana.
Lettering starts up at 2 o'clock, date at 9 o'clock

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TU DOMINE SPES MEA
1761
C A

Translation: You Lord, my hope

Comment

An example from the Nagybánya mint:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Ducat coin featuring Francis I of Lorraine is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Hungary. The coin was issued during the reign of Francis I, who ruled Hungary alongside his wife, Maria Theresa, from 1747 to 1767. During this period, Hungary was experiencing significant economic growth and development, and the Ducat coin was an important symbol of the country's prosperity and influence in Europe. The fact that it was made of gold (.986) and weighed 3.49 grams also speaks to the coin's value and significance during this time.