© 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 - Rupert II of Bodman
1693 year| Gold (.986) | 7 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Abbey of Kempten (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-abbot | Rupert II of Bodman (Ruprecht II von Bodman) (1678-1728) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1693 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (7) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#366317 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Acing bust of St. Hildegard in ornately shaped shield, ornate helmet above topped with figure of Genius holding sword and scepter, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +S + HILDEGARDIS IMP ERATRIX FVNDATRIX + 1693
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Rupert II of Bodman 1693 from Abbey of Kempten (German States) coin is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process and was believed to have been used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was said to be able to reveal whether the coin was made of pure gold or not, as the metal would react differently when pierced. This feature makes the coin stand out from other coins of its time and adds to its historical significance.
