10 Ducats - Charles II of Liechtenstein-Kastelkorn 1678 front 10 Ducats - Charles II of Liechtenstein-Kastelkorn 1678 back
10 Ducats - Charles II of Liechtenstein-Kastelkorn 1678 photo
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10 Ducats - Charles II of Liechtenstein-Kastelkorn

1678 year
Gold (.986) 35 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Olomouc (Kingdom of Bohemia)
Prince-bishop
Charles II of Liechtenstein-Kastelkorn (Karl II von Liechtenstein-Kastelkorn) (1664-1695)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1678
Value
10 Ducats (20)
Currency
Thaler (1613-1748)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
35 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#92843
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: REG : CAP : BOHE : ET · DE LIECHTENSTAIN C M

Comment

Struck with Thaler dies of KM#294.

KM# is attributed to Austrian states.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats - Charles II of Liechtenstein-Kastelkorn 1678 coin is that it features a unique blend of religious and political symbolism. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Charles II, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Olomouc, which includes a cross and other religious symbols. This blending of religious and political imagery reflects the complex power dynamics of the time, where the church and state were closely intertwined.