½ Ducat - Franz von Dietrichstein 1636 front ½ Ducat - Franz von Dietrichstein 1636 back
½ Ducat - Franz von Dietrichstein 1636 photo
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½ Ducat - Franz von Dietrichstein

1636 year
Gold 1.74 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Olomouc (Kingdom of Bohemia)
Prince-bishop
Francis Seraph of Dietrichstein (1599-1636)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1636
Value
½ Ducat (1)
Currency
Thaler (1613-1748)
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.74 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#154248
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

Sv 61

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Ducat - Franz von Dietrichstein 1636 coin is that it features a unique blend of religious and political symbolism. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of the Bishop of Olomouc, Franz von Dietrichstein, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Bohemia. This combination of religious and political symbols reflects the complex power dynamics of the time, where the church and state were closely intertwined.