4 Ducats - Max Gandolf von Kuenburg 1682 front 4 Ducats - Max Gandolf von Kuenburg 1682 back
4 Ducats - Max Gandolf von Kuenburg 1682 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

4 Ducats - Max Gandolf von Kuenburg

1682 year
Gold (.986) 12.95 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States)
Prince-archbishop
Max Gandolf von Kuenburg (1668-1687)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1682
Value
4 Ducats (4 Dukaten) (9)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
12.95 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#320389
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

5 characters standing, a goose at left, lion at right, legend below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SS MARTIN9 EP VINCEN-TI 9 M HERMES M CHRY-SANTH9 ET DARIA M M TRANS-LATI

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Ducats - Max Gandolf von Kuenburg 1682 coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the portrait of Max Gandolf von Kuenburg, the Prince-Bishop of Salzburg, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Salzburg on the other. This design was created by the renowned Austrian artist, Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach, who was known for his baroque sculptures and architectural works. The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.