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2 Ducats - Leonhard von Keutschach Klippe
1513 year| Gold (.986) | 6.88 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Leonard of Keutschach (Leonhard von Keutschach) (1495-1519) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1513 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (2 Dukaten) (4.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 6.88 g |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#433058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
2 shields of Salzburg and of the Archbishop under an arabesque, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LEONARD 9 DE KEWTSCH’ ARE’ SAL'
1513
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Leonhard von Keutschach (Klippe) 1513 from Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) coin is that it features a unique "klippe" or "cut" design, which was a distinctive feature of coins minted during the reign of Bishop Leonhard von Keutschach. This design element involves a small cut or notch in the rim of the coin, which was added to prevent counterfeiting and to ensure the authenticity of the coin. This feature, combined with the coin's gold content and historical significance, make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
