An Austria 4 Dukaten (Gold) contains 0.4425 troy oz of pure gold, worth $1,768.79 at today's spot price.
The 4 ducat is a large, thin trade coin of .986 gold, struck in Vienna under Emperor Franz Joseph I until 1915.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Gold $3,996.90 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 25, 2:59 AM EDT
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Melt value is the metal content at spot price, not a buy or sell price. Collectible coins can be worth much more. For reference only.
Specifications
| Years | 1857–1915 |
|---|---|
| Face value | 4 Dukaten |
| Composition | 98.6% gold |
| Gross weight | 13.96 g |
| Fineness | .986 (98.6%) |
| Pure metal | 0.4425 troy oz (13.765 g) |
How the melt value is worked out
Melt value is the pure gold in the coin multiplied by the spot price. We use the coin's standard minted weight; worn coins weigh slightly less.
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13.96 g × .986 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.4425 troy oz
0.4425 troy oz × $3,996.90 spot = $1,768.79
How to identify it
- One side shows Franz Joseph I facing right with FRANC IOS I D G AVSTRIAE IMPERATOR.
- The other side shows the crowned double-headed eagle holding a sword, scepter and orb, with the Latin titles and the date.
- At about 40 mm across it is much wider but thinner than most gold coins of its weight.
- Coins dated 1915 are official restrikes; the Austrian Mint still makes them.
Melt value vs. collector value
Coins dated 1915 are common restrikes and trade close to melt. Original coins with earlier dates are scarcer and can sell for more, especially in good condition.