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10 Ducats - Marquard Sebastian Schenk of Stauffenberg
1687 year| Gold (.986) | 35 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Bamberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Marquard Sebastian Schenk of Stauffenberg (1683-1693) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1687 |
| Value | 10 Ducats (10 Dukaten) (35) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 35 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#283267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned four-fold arms in baroque frame, date above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
D G EPISCOPUS BAMBERGENSIS S R I PRINCEPS
1687
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats - Marquard Sebastian Schenk of Stauffenberg 1687 from Bishopric of Bamberg (German States) gold coin is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to test its authenticity, as only genuine gold coins would have this distinctive feature. This security measure was used to prevent counterfeiting and ensure the coin's value and legitimacy.
