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5 Ducats
1732 year| Gold | 17.18 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Obwalden (Unterwalden) |
|---|---|
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1732 |
| Value | 5 Ducats (40) |
| Currency | Thaler (1724-1744) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 17.18 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#234837 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Brother Klaus kneeling in prayer, with rosary in raised hands, looking up towards light. Landscape with rocks and a tree behind.
Script: Latin
Lettering: B : NICOLAUS DE FLUE HELV : CATH : PATR .
Edge
Reeded.
Comment
Possibly only two examples known.Examples of this type:
• Example #1 (17.18 g; tooled obverse, nearly Extremely Fine) - in main image:
◦ Ex- V. M. Brand Collection, No. 2.
◦ Ex- P. Bachofen, II, Hamburger Collection, No. 1017.
◦ Auctioned by Leu Numismatik AG, Auction 85, 23 October 2002, Lot 586. Estimated at 20,000 CHF.
◦ Auctioned by Sotheby’s Zürich, 11 November 1982, Lot 261. Estimated at 20,000 CHF.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Ducats 1732 from Republic of Obwalden (Unterwalden) made of Gold weighing 17.18g is that it features a unique design, showcasing the coat of arms of the Republic of Obwalden on one side and the image of Saint Martin on the other. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists, with only a few known examples remaining in existence.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1732 | 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Ducats 1732 coin.