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1 Ducat - Michael von Kuenburg
| Gold (.986) | 3.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Michael von Kuenburg (1554-1560) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1555-1559 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (2.25) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#95845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
St Rupert standing with crozier and salt box, arms of Salzburg below dividing the legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S RVDBER // TVS EPVS
Translation: Saint Rupert bishop
Comment
Recorded sales:- Heritage Auctions, Auction #3040, 14 April 2015, lot #29360. 1,938.75 USD including Buyer's Premium in MS 62 NGC slab.
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg, minted during the reign of Michael von Kuenburg (1555-1559), features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a depiction of the coat of arms of the House of Kuenburg and the motto "Soli Deo Gloria" (Glory to God Alone).
