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1 Ducat - Johann Ehrenreich
1717 year| Gold | 3.48 g | - |
| Issuer | Counts of Sprinzenstein (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John Ehrenreich (1705-1729) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1717 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (10) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.48 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#160524 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of the Count of Sprinzenstein with three helmets above: left helmet with sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus), middle helmet with rampant bull, and right helmet with crowned griffin. Scrolls behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✤ ARCH · MONETAR · HÆREDIT · UTRIUSQ · ARCHIDUC · AUSTRIÆ ✤ 1717
Unabridged legend: Archi monetarius haereditarius utriusque archiducatus Austriae.
Translation: Hereditary arch-monneyer of the Archduchy of both Austrias.
Engraver: Philipp Heinrich Müller
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Johann Ehrenreich 1717 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process and was believed to have been done to signify the coin's authenticity and value. This feature sets the coin apart from other coins of its time and makes it a distinctive and sought-after collector's item.
