Ducat - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler 1752-1756 front Ducat - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler 1752-1756 back
Ducat - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler 1752-1756 photo
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Ducat - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler

 
Gold 3.45 g -
Description
Issuer
Hungary
Emperor
Francis I (1745-1765)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1752-1756
Value
1 Ducat (Dukát) (3.5)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.45 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#317192
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Imperial eagle with shield of Lorraine and Toscana.
Lettering starts at 2 o'clock, date at 10 o'clock

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TU DOMINE SPES MEA
1756

Translation: You Lord, my hope

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Ducat - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler 1752-1756 from Hungary made of Gold weighing 3.45g is that it was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in Europe, particularly in the Austrian Empire, where Francis I was the Holy Roman Emperor. This coin is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the time, and its gold content makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.