© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
2 Ducats - John Philip of Lamberg
1701 year| Gold (.986) | 6.97 g | 25.2 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Passau (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | John Philip of Lamberg (1689-1712) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1701 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (7) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 6.97 g |
| Diameter | 25.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#239956 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arms below cardinal's hat, date above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: D • G • EP • PATAV • - S • R • I • PRINCEPS • 17 - 01 •
Engraver: Philipp Heinrich Müller
Interesting fact
The 2 Ducats coin from the Bishopric of Passau, featuring John Philip of Lamberg, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its age, rarity, and historical significance. It was minted in 1701, during a time when the Bishopric of Passau was a powerful and influential state in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design features an image of John Philip of Lamberg, who was the Prince-Bishop of Passau from 1689 to 1712. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
