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5 Ducats - Matthäus Lang von Wellenburg
1522 year| Gold (.986) | 17.38 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Matthew Lang of Wellenburg (Matthäus Lang von Wellenburg) (1519-1540) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1522 |
| Value | 5 Ducats (5 Dukaten) (11.25) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 17.38 g |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#317441 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
4-fold arms of Salzburg and Wellenburg, cardinal's hat above
Script: Latin
Lettering: + SANCTVS RVDBERTVS EPVS SALZBVRGN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats - Matthäus Lang von Wellenburg 1522 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to test its authenticity, as it was believed that counterfeiters would not be able to replicate this detail. This feature, known as a "plug," was a common technique used in the minting of gold coins during this time period to ensure their authenticity and value.
