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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
1 Ducat - Balthasar of Promnitz
| Gold | 3.516 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Breslau (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Balthasar of Promnitz (Balthasar von Promnitz) (1539-1562) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1550-1560 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (2) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.516 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#383548 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standing figure of St. John the Baptist.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MVNVS CESAR MAXIMILIA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Balthasar of Promnitz 1550-1560 from Bishopric of Breslau (Silesia) coin is that it features a unique blend of Catholic and Protestant imagery, reflecting the religious tensions of the time. The coin's obverse side bears the image of the Catholic Saint John the Baptist, while the reverse side features a Protestant-inspired depiction of the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Breslau. This blending of religious symbols was a common feature of coins produced during this period, as the Church and secular authorities sought to promote religious harmony in the face of the Protestant Reformation.
