© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Ducat - Maximilian II Emanuel Wedding of Charles Albert
1722 year| Gold (.986) | 3.33 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Maximilian II Emanuel (1679-1726) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1722 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1623-1752) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.33 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#277604 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wedding inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SIGNATIS
PACT CONIUG
INTER
SER PRINC ELECI BAV
ET
SER REG PRINCIPAM
HUNG BOHEM ARCHIDUC
AUSTRIAE
A MDCCXXII
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the wedding of Charles Albert, the son of Maximilian II Emanuel, to Maria Amalia of Austria in 1722. The coin's design features an image of the couple on one side and the coat of arms of Bavaria on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a commemorative coin from the German States, and its gold content and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item.
