4 Ducats - Markus Sittikus von Hohenems 1612-1617 front 4 Ducats - Markus Sittikus von Hohenems 1612-1617 back
4 Ducats - Markus Sittikus von Hohenems 1612-1617 photo
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4 Ducats - Markus Sittikus von Hohenems

 
Gold (.986) 14 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States)
Prince-archbishop
Markus Sittikus von Hohenems (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1612-1617
Value
4 Ducats (4 Dukaten) (9)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
14 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#359877
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

St Rupert sitting 3/4 left with crozier and salt box. Legend around (starts 1h). Date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SANCTVS RVDBERTVS EPS SALISBVR 1617

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Ducats - Markus Sittikus von Hohenems 1612-1617 coin is that it features a unique design element: a small shield with the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Salzburg on the reverse side, which was not commonly seen on other coins of the time. This addition signifies the importance of the Bishopric of Salzburg in the region and highlights the historical significance of the coin.