© Auktionen Frühwald
© Auktionen Frühwald
½ Ducat - Franz Anton von Harrach
1709 year| Gold (.986) | 1.72 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Francis Anthony of Harrach (1709-1727) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1709 |
| Value | ½ Ducat (½ Dukat) (1.75) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 1.72 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#151779 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: S RVDBERTVS EPS SALISBVRG 1709
Comment
Older design for St Rupert.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ducat - Franz Anton von Harrach 1709 coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Harrach family, which was added to the obverse (front) side of the coin. This was a special privilege granted to the Harrach family by the Holy Roman Emperor, and it signifies the close relationship between the Harrachs and the ruling Habsburg dynasty.
