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12 Ducat - Hiéronymus von Colloredo
1782 year| Gold | 41.67 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Hieronymus von Colloredo (1772-1803) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1782 |
| Value | 12 Ducats (12 Dukaten) (27) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 41.67 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#185870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Facade of ancient temple, radiating sun in the center, letters DOM on pediment.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRINCEPS POPULUSQ : IUVAVIENS :
D · O · M ·
SEC : IUB : XII
CIƆIƆCCLXXXII
F · M ·
Engraver: Franz Matzenkopf
Comment
Zöttl presents this coin in a commemorative series (5 Kreuzer - 12 Ducat), for the 1200th anniversary of the convent. In the 18th century it was believed that Saint Rupert founded Juvavum (Salzburg) around AD 543. Contemporary theories however point to the foundation of Salzburg in AD 696.Alternatively, the reverse legend "IUB XII" may refer to 12 jubilees (jubileum, 50 year periods). This points to the 600th anniversary of the consecration of the Benedictine abbey to St Peter in 1147.
Interesting fact
The 12 Ducat coin featuring Hiéronymus von Colloredo, issued by the Bishopric of Salzburg in 1782, is an extremely rare and valuable collector's item. It is believed that only 200 of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after piece among numismatists.
