4 Ducats - Wilhelm of Rosenberg Marriage with Polyxena
1587 year| Gold | 14.07 g | 31.4 mm |
| Issuer | Rosenberg dominion (Kingdom of Bohemia) |
|---|---|
| Lord | William of Rosenberg (1551-1592) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1587 |
| Value | 4 Ducats (8) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 14.07 g |
| Diameter | 31.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#364486 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aliance of Rosenberg and Pernstein coat of arms with bears as shieldbearers. Golden Fleece around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 8 7
Engraver: Matyáš Kauerhase
Comment
Bibliography: Monnoies en Or 1759, folio 210 (Collection of Emperor Francis Lorraine); Hanka 1837 not listed (refers to Monnoies en Or); Miltner – Neumann 1852–70 not listed; Saurma 1883, no. 17; Donebauer 1888 not listed; Friedensburg – Seger 1901, no. 2503; Kopicki 1983, no. 708b; Záplata 1994, no. 18c.Collections: Vienna Kunsthistorisches Museum 15.394 (AV – 31·4 mm –
14·07 g – from collection of Emperor Francis Lorraine).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Ducats - Wilhelm of Rosenberg (Marriage with Polyxena) 1587 coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the marriage between Wilhelm of Rosenberg and Polyxena, a member of the powerful Lobkowicz family. The coin's design highlights the dynastic union between the two families and serves as a symbol of their alliance.
