© Auktionen Frühwald
© Auktionen Frühwald
2 Ducats - Paris von Lodron
| Gold (.986) | 7 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Paris von Lodron (1619-1653) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1639-1647 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (2 Dukaten) (4.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#151235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCTVS RVDBERTVS EPS SALISB date
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Paris von Lodron 1639-1647 coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) is that it features a unique design element: a small shield with the coat of arms of the von Lodron family, which was added to the coin's reverse side to commemorate the reign of Paris von Lodron as the Prince-Bishop of Salzburg from 1639 to 1647. This addition makes the coin stand out from other coins of the same era and denomination, and highlights the historical significance of the von Lodron family's rule in the region.
