2 Ducats - Frederick Charles of Schönborn 1729-1731 front 2 Ducats - Frederick Charles of Schönborn 1729-1731 back
2 Ducats - Frederick Charles of Schönborn 1729-1731 photo
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2 Ducats - Frederick Charles of Schönborn

 
Gold (.986) 6.97 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Würzburg (German States)
Bishop
Frederick Charles of Schönborn (Friedrich Karl von Schönborn) (1729-1746)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1729-1731
Value
2 Ducats
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
6.97 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#159836
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmeted arms.

Script: Latin

Engraver: Peter Paul Werner

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Frederick Charles of Schönborn 1729-1731 from Bishopric of Würzburg (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick Charles of Schönborn, who was the Prince-Bishop of Würzburg from 1729 to 1731. During this time, the Holy Roman Empire was in decline, and the German states were experiencing a period of political and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance.