© London Coin Galleries with Heritage Auctions UK
© London Coin Galleries with Heritage Auctions UK
1 Ducat - Wilhelm of Rosenberg
1587 year| Gold | 3.49 g |
| Issuer | Rosenberg dominion (Kingdom of Bohemia) |
|---|---|
| Lord | William of Rosenberg (1551-1592) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1587 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (2) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#364482 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Christopher holding infant Jesus on right shoulder and staff in left hand, lettering around, date at the end of the lettering. Rose between feet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MO·AVRE· – REICHSTEIN+87·
Engraver: Matyáš Kauerhase
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Wilhelm of Rosenberg 1587 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Rosenberg family, which was added to the obverse (front) side of the coin. This shield was not present on earlier issues of the coin, and its inclusion on this particular coin may have been a deliberate choice made by the mint master or a royal decree. The presence of this shield adds an extra layer of historical significance to the coin, as it serves as a visual representation of the connection between the Rosenberg family and the Kingdom of Bohemia.
