$10,091.00 USD
The 1791 Bohemia Gold Coronation Medal of Queen Maria Ludovica, graded PCGS AU55, is an exceedingly rare and historically resonant medal struck for the coronation of Maria Ludovica as Queen of Bohemia. Issued during the early years of the Holy Roman Emperor Leopold II's reign, this medal marks the formal crowning of his consort as Queen in Prague—a symbolic affirmation of Habsburg dynastic continuity. Gold medals of this type and region are exceptionally scarce due to low production, high intrinsic value, and regional distribution, making any surviving specimen of extraordinary interest to collectors of Habsburg and Bohemian numismatics.
Obverse: Displays a finely crowned royal scepter and olive branch crossed at center beneath a detailed Bohemian-style crown. The Latin legend “REGINA ET MATER” ("Queen and Mother") surrounds the design, affirming Maria Ludovica’s dual role as sovereign and dynastic matriarch.
Reverse: Features a six-line Latin inscription in bold capital lettering:
MARIA LUDOVICA AUG.
LEOP. II. B. UXOR.
REGINA BOHEMIAE
CORONATA
PRAGAE XII. SEPT.
MDCCXCI.
This translates as: “Maria Ludovica Augusta, wife of Leopold II, crowned Queen of Bohemia in Prague, September 12, 1791.”
Graded PCGS AU55, the piece displays sharp details and attractive gold patina with only light wear on the highest reliefs. As the finest known certified example, this medal stands alone at the top of the population census, elevating its desirability immensely. The AU55 grade indicates the medal retains near-complete detail with only slight friction and minimal handling over its 230-year history.
