2 Ducats - Francis George of Schönborn 1735 front 2 Ducats - Francis George of Schönborn 1735 back
2 Ducats - Francis George of Schönborn 1735 photo
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2 Ducats - Francis George of Schönborn

1735 year
Gold (.986) 7.22 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Trier (German States)
Prince-archbishop
Francis George of Schönborn (Franz Georg von Schönborn) (1729-1756)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1735
Value
2 Ducats (7)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
7.22 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#169991
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms with lion supporters.

Script: Latin

Lettering: EPISCOP.WORMATI.PRÆPOSIT.PRIN.ET.DOMIN.ELWA. ADMINI.PRUM. 17 / 35

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Francis George of Schönborn 1735 coin from the Archbishopric of Trier (German States) is that it features a unique design element. The coin's obverse side bears the image of Francis George of Schönborn, the Archbishop of Trier, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Schönborn family. This combination of a personal portrait and a family crest was a distinctive feature of coins minted during Schönborn's reign, making it a notable aspect of this particular coin's design.