3 Ducats - Wilhelm of Rosenberg (Golden Fleece) ND (1585) front 3 Ducats - Wilhelm of Rosenberg (Golden Fleece) ND (1585) back
3 Ducats - Wilhelm of Rosenberg (Golden Fleece) ND (1585) photo
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3 Ducats - Wilhelm of Rosenberg Golden Fleece ND

1585 year
Gold 10.40 g 31.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rosenberg dominion (Kingdom of Bohemia)
Lord
William of Rosenberg (1551-1592)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1585
Value
3 Ducats (6)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold
Weight
10.40 g
Diameter
31.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#92635
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Rosenberg knight right, with shield with Rosenberg-Orsini coat of arms and sword in right hand. Golden Fleece around.

Comment

Bibliography: Hanka 1837, no. 1a; Miltner – Neumann 1852–70, no. 352 Saurma 1883 not listed; Donebauer 1888 not listed; Friedensburg – Seger 1901, no. 2494; Kopicki 1983, no. 706a; Záplata 1994, no. 17a., Horsky.5543

Collections: Prague National Museum H5-35.692 (AV – 31·5 mm – 10·40 g
– bought in 1920 from Mrs. E. Rumlerová).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Ducats - Wilhelm of Rosenberg (Golden Fleece) ND (1585) coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing Wilhelm of Rosenberg, a prominent noble from the Kingdom of Bohemia, wearing the Order of the Golden Fleece, a prestigious honor granted by the Holy Roman Emperor. This coin was minted during a time when the Rosenberg dominion was at the height of its power and influence in the region.