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10 Ducats - Charles Caspar of the Leyen
1657 year| Gold | 34.63 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Trier (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Charles Caspar von der Leyen (Karl Kaspar von der Leyen) (1652-1676) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1657 |
| Value | 10 Ducats (35) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 34.63 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#355964 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Radiant Madonna and child in inner circle, date in Roman numerals in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: * * * DONVM • DEI • EX • FODINIS • VILLMARIENSIBVS • ANNO • MDCLVII
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats - Charles Caspar of the Leyen 1657 from Archbishopric of Trier (German States) gold coin is that it features a unique design element - the portrait of Charles Caspar of the Leyen, the Archbishop of Trier, is depicted on the obverse (front) side of the coin, while the reverse (back) side features the coat of arms of the Leyen family. This design was a departure from the traditional design used on coins of the time, which typically featured the ruler or a symbol of the state on both sides. This distinctive design feature makes the coin stand out among other coins of the era and adds to its historical and numismatic significance.
