1915 Austria 4 Ducat Gold Coin – Proof Restrike, Franz Joseph I

1915 Austria 4 Ducat Gold Coin – Proof Restrike, Franz Joseph I
Stunning Austro-Hungarian Gold with Near-Perfect Detail and Deep Historical Roots

Specifications:

• Weight: 13.96 grams

• Gold Content: 0.4430 troy ounces

• Fineness: 98.6% gold (23.75 karat)

• Diameter: 39–40 mm

• Mintage: Modern restrike (officially dated 1915)

• Mint: Austrian Mint, Vienna

Notable Facts:

• Though dated 1915, these are official restrikes authorized by the Austrian Mint, produced using original dies to commemorate the final gold coinage of Emperor Franz Joseph I—one of Europe's longest-reigning monarchs.

• Known for their large diameter, ultra-thin planchets, and razor-sharp prooflike strike, 4 Ducats were ceremonial coins with a design legacy rooted in 19th-century imperial Austria.

Description:

This 1915 Austrian 4 Ducat gold coin is a commanding and elegant piece of imperial history, struck as a proof restrike to honor the final years of Franz Joseph I’s reign. The obverse features his crowned portrait surrounded by a Latin inscription, while the reverse displays the unmistakable double-headed imperial eagle, detailed and crisp, holding scepter and orb in traditional Habsburg symbolism.

With a massive 40mm diameter and nearly half an ounce of high-purity gold, the coin has a brilliant mirror-like surface and near-flawless preservation, showcasing a remarkable level of engraving detail. It was never intended for circulation and stands today as both a numismatic showpiece and a tangible store of gold value.

This coin comes from a private collection and is presented in high-resolution imagery, allowing collectors to fully appreciate its exceptional surfaces, strike, and golden luster.