© 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 - Sigismund von Schrattenbach
| Gold (.986) | 3.45 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Sigismund of Schrattenbach (1753-1771) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1764-1771 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (2.25) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 3.45 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304437 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cardinals' hat above oval, mantled shield, crown above, divided date below
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1766
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Sigismund von Schrattenbach 1764-1771 coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Austrian States. The coin was issued during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, who was known for her efforts to modernize and centralize the Habsburg monarchy. The coin's mintage was also a response to the growing demand for a standardized currency across the Austrian States, which had previously used a variety of different coins and currencies. The 1 Ducat coin was designed to be a stable and reliable form of currency, and it was widely used throughout the region for many years.
