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© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
2 Ducats - Philip Charles of Eltz-Kempenich
1738 year| Gold (.986) | 6.47 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Philip Charles of Eltz-Kempenich (1732-1743) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1738 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (Dukaten) (7) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 6.47 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#168718 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arms within crowned mantle, sword and crozier behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINUS REGIT ME EI NIHIL MIHI DE ERIT.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Philip Charles of Eltz-Kempenich 1738 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the initials "F.C." (for "Fürstbischof" or Prince-Bishop) located above the coat of arms on the reverse side of the coin. This shield was added to the coin's design to signify that the coin was issued by the Prince-Bishop of Mainz, who was the ruler of the Archbishopric of Mainz at the time. This small detail provides a fascinating insight into the history and politics of the region during the 18th century.
