© 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 - Maximilian II Emanuel Marriage of Maximilian II Emanuel and Maria Antonia of Austria ND
1685 year| Gold (.986) | 17.35 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Maximilian II Emanuel (1679-1726) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1685 |
| Value | 5 Ducats (5 Dukaten) (17.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1623-1752) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 17.35 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#266778 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering: ITA VOVENTIBVS VTRIVSQVE BAVARIÆ STATIBVS DEVOTISSIMIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the marriage of Maximilian II Emanuel, the Elector of Bavaria, and Maria Antonia of Austria in 1685. The coin's design features an image of the couple on one side and the coat of arms of Bavaria and Austria on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a commemorative coin from the German States, and its gold content and intricate design make it a highly sought-after collector's item.
