© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
10 Ducats - Johann Ernst von Thun
1687 year| Gold (.986) | 35.00 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | John Ernest of Thun (Johann Ernst von Thun) (1667-1709) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1687 |
| Value | 10 Ducats (10 Dukaten) (22.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 35.00 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#185819 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Saint Rupert at left with salt box in right hand and crosier in left hand. Saint Virgil at right with crosier in right hand and the abbey St Peter of Salzburg below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SS : RVDBERTUS ET VIRGILIUS PATRONI SALISBURGENSES ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats - Johann Ernst von Thun 1687 coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the appointment of Johann Ernst von Thun as the Prince-Bishop of Salzburg. This coin is a rare and valuable piece, with only 350 coins minted, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
