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1 Ducat - Christoph Bernhard of Galen Death
1678 year| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Münster (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Christopher Bernard of Galen (Christoph Bernhard von Galen) (1650-1678) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1678 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#119376 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
5-line Latin inscription that translates as: Elected 14 November 1650 / Died 19 September 1678 at the age of 73
Script: Latin
Lettering: ELECTVS 14 NOV 1650 OBYT 19 SEPT 1678 AETATIS ANNO 73.
Comment
Christoph Bernhard Freiherr von Galen (12 October 1606, Drensteinfurt – 19 September 1678) was Prince-bishop of Münster. He was born into a noble Westphalian family.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of Christoph Bernhard of Galen, who was the Bishop of Münster from 1650 until his death in 1678. The coin features an image of Bishop Galen on one side and an image of the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Münster on the other. The coin was minted in gold, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time, and it weighs 3.5 grams. This coin is a unique piece of history that provides insight into the religious and political significance of the Bishopric of Münster during the 17th century.
