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1 Ducat - Francis of Hatzfeld
| Gold (.986) | 3.44 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Bamberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Francis of Hatzfeld (Franz von Hatzfeld) (1633-1642) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1635-1640 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.44 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#133204 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned mary seated on clouds holding baby Jesus and scepter, star at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CLYPEVSOMNIB, IN TESPERANTI
Engraver: J.Chr. Lauer
Comment
Slg. Piloty 989Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Francis of Hatzfeld 1635-1640 from Bishopric of Bamberg (German States) coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Bamberg on the reverse side, which was a distinctive feature of the coins minted during Francis of Hatzfeld's reign.
