2 Ducats - Anselm Casimir Wamboldt of Umstadt 1639 front 2 Ducats - Anselm Casimir Wamboldt of Umstadt 1639 back
2 Ducats - Anselm Casimir Wamboldt of Umstadt 1639 photo
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2 Ducats - Anselm Casimir Wamboldt of Umstadt

1639 year
Gold (.986) 7 g -
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Mainz (German States)
Prince-archbishop
Anselm Casimir Wambold of Umstadt (Anselm Casimir Wambolt von Umstadt) (1629-1647)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1639
Value
2 Ducats (Dukaten) (7)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
7 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#167990
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

4-line inscription, flower and crown above, clasped hands under crown below. Floral wreath surrounding.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Anselm Casimir Wamboldt of Umstadt 1639 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 a small hole in the center. This feature was used to prevent counterfeiting and ensure the coin's value and authenticity.