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5 Ducats - Lothair Francis of Schönborn
1696 year| Gold | 17.39 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Bamberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Lothair Francis of Schönborn (1693-1729) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1696 |
| Value | 5 Ducats (5 Dukaten) (17.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 17.39 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#182676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN MANIBVS DOM INI SORTES MEÆ
16 GF N · 96 ⬩
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats - Lothair Francis of Schönborn 1696 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the initials "LF" (Lothair Francis) located above the coat of arms on the reverse side of the coin. This subtle detail adds an extra layer of historical significance to the coin, making it a prized collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of the German States.
