© RandyH
© RandyH
1 Ducat Silver pattern strike; Augsburg Confession
1730 year| Silver | 2.3 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Free city of Augsburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1276-1803) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1730 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (3.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#198612 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Latin legend in six lines above privy mark (a pair of horse shoes), flanked by stars.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SCAHEME DICH NICHT DES ZEUGNISSES VNSERS HERRN NOCH MEINER 2 . TIM . 1 . 8 .
Translation: do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord
Engraver: Johann Christian Holeisen
Edge
Plain
Comment
In 1530 the Augsburg Confession was presented to the Holy Roman Emperor at the Diet of Augsburg.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Ducat (Silver pattern strike; Augsburg Confession) 1730 from Free city of Augsburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 2.3 g is that it features a unique design that showcases the city's rich history and cultural heritage. The coin's obverse features the Augsburg Confession, a key document in the Protestant Reformation, while the reverse features the city's coat of arms and the year 1730. This coin is a rare and valuable example of numismatic art from the German States, and its intricate design and historical significance make it a fascinating piece for collectors and history enthusiasts alike.
