© Teutoburger Münzauktion
© Teutoburger Münzauktion
5 Ducats - Charlemagne Judenmedaille ND
1619 year| Gold (.986) | 17.35 g | 52 mm |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Aachen (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1166-1801) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1619 |
| Value | 5 Ducats (Dukaten) (17.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1504-1798) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 17.35 g |
| Diameter | 52 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#264959 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cathedral of Aachen
Script: Latin
Lettering: FUNDATOR TEMPVI S MARIAE VIRGINIS AQVISGRANI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Ducats - Charlemagne (Judenmedaille) ND (1619) from Free imperial city of Aachen (German States) is that it features an image of Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, who was the King of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor. He is depicted on the coin in a regal pose, with a crown on his head and a scepter in his hand. This coin was minted during a time when the Holy Roman Empire was still a powerful force in Europe, and Charlemagne's legacy as a unifier and leader was still widely revered.
