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25 Ducat - Franz Anton von Harrach
1709 year| Gold (.986) | 87.5 g | 46 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Francis Anthony of Harrach (1709-1727) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1709 |
| Value | 25 Ducats (25 Dukaten) (56.25) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 87.5 g |
| Diameter | 46 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#97392 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Saint Rupertus (left with salt boxe) and St Virgilius (right with cathedral) seated, holding croziers, facing each other with radiant halos. Legend around (starts 12h).
Script: Latin
Lettering: SS:RVDBERTUS ET VIRGILIUS PATRONI SALISBURGENSES·
Translation: Saints Rupert and Virgilius, patrons of Salzburg
Comment
Exists in 10 and 20 Ducats.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 25 Ducat - Franz Anton von Harrach 1709 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Salzburg, which was a rare inclusion on coins of that time.
