5 Ducats - Franz Ernst 1652 front 5 Ducats - Franz Ernst 1652 back
5 Ducats - Franz Ernst 1652 photo
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5 Ducats - Franz Ernst

1652 year
Gold (.986) 17.5 g 44.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Counts of Schlick (Kingdom of Bohemia)
Count
Francis Ernest (Franz Ernst) (1650-1675)
Emperor
Ferdinand III (1637-1657)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1652
Value
5 Ducats (10)
Currency
Thaler (1519-1754)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
17.5 g
Diameter
44.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#122821
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

Struck with 1 Thaler dies, KM#21.1.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats - Franz Ernst 1652 from Counts of Schlick (Kingdom of Bohemia) gold coin is that it features a unique blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Count Franz Ernst von Schlick, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Schlick family, surrounded by intricate floral patterns and ornaments that reflect the artistic style of the time. This blend of styles gives the coin a distinctive and eye-catching look that sets it apart from other coins of the period.