© 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 - Sigismund Ludwig
1638 year| Gold (.986) | 17.5 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Counts of Dietrichstein (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Sigismund Louis (1631-1664) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1638 |
| Value | 5 Ducats (10) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 17.5 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#317920 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned double eagle above arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ LIBER + BARO + IN + - + HOLLENBVRG +
+ SVB • ALIS • PROT - EGENTIBVS • TVIS •
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Ducats - Sigismund Ludwig 1638 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process and was believed to have been done to signify the coin's authenticity and value. This feature sets the coin apart from other coins of its time and adds to its historical significance.
