© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
5 Ducats - Ferdinand Maria Birth of Princess Maria Anna
1660 year| Gold (.986) | 17.45 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Ferdinand Maria (1651-1679) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1660 |
| Value | 5 Ducats (5 Dukaten) (17.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1623-1752) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 17.45 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#277585 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ornamented shield of Wittelsbach arms, angel head and wings above, legend with date in chronogram
Script: Latin
Lettering: HOC VOVENT & AVGVRANTVR VTRIVS QVE BAVARIÆ STATVS DEVOTISSIMI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the birth of Princess Maria Anna, the daughter of Elector Ferdinand Maria of Bavaria, in 1660. The coin's design features an image of the princess as an infant, surrounded by symbols of prosperity and good fortune. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a commemorative coin from the German States, and its gold content and detailed design make it a highly sought-after collector's item.
