© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
25 Ducat - Johann Ernst von Thun
1687 year| Gold (.986) | 87.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | John Ernest of Thun (Johann Ernst von Thun) (1667-1709) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1687 |
| Value | 25 Ducats (25 Dukaten) (56.25) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 87.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#359790 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Saint Rupert at left with salt box in right hand and crosier in left hand. Saint Virgil at right with crosier in right hand and the abbey St Peter of Salzburg below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SS : RVDBERTUS ET VIRGILIUS PATRONI SALISBVRGENSES ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 25 Ducat coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to test its authenticity. In the 17th century, counterfeit coins were a common problem, and this hole was used as a way to ensure that the coin was made of real gold and not a fake. The hole also served as a way to attach a cord or ribbon to the coin, allowing it to be worn as a pendant or carried as a symbol of wealth and status.
