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2 Ducats - Sigismund von Schrattenbach
| Gold (.986) | 7 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Sigismund of Schrattenbach (1753-1771) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1765-1771 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (2 Dukaten) (4.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33747 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Arms in an oval shield on a large crowned mantle. Value below in a frame divides the date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 17 (2) 70
Comment
Recorded sales:- Heritage Auctions, Auction #3051, 8-9 January 2017, lot #30320. 2,232.50 USD including Buyer's Premium. Dated 1765, in MS 62 NGC slab.
Interesting fact
The 2 Ducats coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg, minted between 1765 and 1771, features an intricate design on its reverse side, showcasing the coat of arms of Sigismund von Schrattenbach, the Prince-Bishop of Salzburg from 1764 to 1771. The coat of arms is surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves and topped with a crown, symbolizing the bishop's authority and power. This design element adds to the coin's historical and cultural significance, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of the Austrian States.
