1 Ducat - Salentin of Isenburg 1575 front 1 Ducat - Salentin of Isenburg 1575 back
1 Ducat - Salentin of Isenburg 1575 photo
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1 Ducat - Salentin of Isenburg

1575 year
Gold (.986) 3.49 g -
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Cologne (German States)
Archbishop
Salentin of Isemburg (1567-1577)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1575
Value
1 Ducat (3.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.49 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#320415
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

5-fold arms with central shield of Isenburg, date at end of legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONETA NOVA AVREA TVITIEN 75

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Salentin of Isenburg 1575 coin is that it features a unique blend of religious and political symbolism. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Archbishop of Cologne, Salentin of Isenburg, in elaborate robes and a mitre, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Cologne surrounded by the inscription "SALENTINVS • EPISCOPVS • COLOGNENSIS" ("Salentin, Bishop of Cologne"). This blending of religious and political imagery reflects the complex relationship between the Church and the secular authorities in the German States during the 16th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1575  36000 - - - - - -

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