3 Ducats - Ferdinand Maria (Wedding of Ferdinand Maria and Adelheid) 1652 front 3 Ducats - Ferdinand Maria (Wedding of Ferdinand Maria and Adelheid) 1652 back
3 Ducats - Ferdinand Maria (Wedding of Ferdinand Maria and Adelheid) 1652 photo
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3 Ducats - Ferdinand Maria Wedding of Ferdinand Maria and Adelheid

1652 year
Gold (.986) 10.41 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Bavaria (German States)
Prince elector
Ferdinand Maria (1651-1679)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1652
Value
3 Ducats (3 Dukaten) (10.5)
Currency
Thaler (1623-1752)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
10.41 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#277608
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Angel holding shield

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SVARVM CELSITVD DEVOT IM STATVS
1652

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the wedding of Ferdinand Maria and Adelheid, which was a significant event in the history of the Electorate of Bavaria. The coin's design features an image of the couple on one side and the coat of arms of Bavaria on the other, symbolizing the union of the two families and the significance of the event.