Austria Gold 1 Ducat

Austrian Ducats are renowned for their historical significance, exceptional purity and intrinsic gold value. Austrian Ducats were minted with 98.6% gold purity (23.75 karats) and played a crucial role in trade and commerce during the era of the gold standard throughout all of Europe and beyond.

In literature, the ducat is central to the plot of Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice" where Shylock lends Antonio three thousand ducats to help his friend Bassanio court Portia. There are many other references to the ducat gold coin weaved throughout the historical European literature, including the writings of Machiavelli, de Cervantes, even as far back as Dante Alighieris "Divine Comedy" published in 1321.

Austria 1 ducat gold coin

• Contains .1106 oz of Gold.
• Obverse: Laureate head right facing bust of Emperor Franz Joseph I.
• Reverse: Crowned imperial double headed eagle.

The Austria gold 1 ducat is a sovereign coin minted by the Austria Government. Although other mints existed throughout the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the primary minting location was in Vienna.

Premiums over melt for 1 ducat gold coins is often lower than modern sovereign coins with a lower gold purity.

What is a Gold Ducat?

The gold ducat was first minted in 1284 in Venice, under the authority of Doge Giovanni Dandolo. It was initially introduced as a trade coin and was made almost purely from gold. The original Venetian ducat depicted the symbol of Venice, Saint Mark, along with the current doge of Venice. The Venetian ducat was known for its high gold purity and consistent weight.

The use of Ducats spread widely across Europe during the Renaissance period and became a standard in many parts of Europe, especially in countries within the Germanic and Austro-Hungarian regions. Includes the Kingdom of Hungary, the Holy Roman Empire, the Netherlands.  Austria began minting its own version in the 16th century under the Hapsburgs and continued minting ducats until World War I.

The Austrian ducat was widely circulated not only within the Austrian territories but also in other parts of Europe.

Potential Numismatic Value

As a vintage gold coin, some Austria 1 Ducat may also carry numismatic value. Learn more about 1 Ducat Gold Coin Coin Values in our Bullion Coin Value Guide.

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