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5 Kreuzer 12th Jubilee
1782 year| Silver | 1.92 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Hieronymus von Colloredo (1772-1803) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1782 |
| Value | 5 Kreuzer (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.92 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#84972 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Front of an ancient temple, radiating sun in the center, letters DOM on top. Date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRINCEPS POPULUSQ IUVAVIENS
SEC IUB XII
1782
Translation: The Prince and the people of Juvavum
Comment
Zöttl presents this coin in a commemorative serie from 12 Ducat to this 5 kreuzer, for the 1200 anniversary of the monastery. However, 1200 years before 1792, nothing happens in Salzburg. The rebirth of Juvavum due to St Ruppert was around 700 AD, a century later. If we consider the word "Jubilaeum" to refer to 50 year periods, then we talk of 600th anniversary, and hence probably the consecration of the former cathedral to St Peter in 1147. The word "Dom" in Austria is used for Cathedrals and the Salzburger Dom is actually St Peter.Interesting fact
The 5 Kreuzer coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) is interesting because it was minted in 1782 to commemorate the 12th Jubilee, which was a significant religious event in the Catholic Church. The coin features an image of the Virgin Mary on one side and the coat of arms of the Bishop of Salzburg on the other. Despite its small size, the coin is made of silver and weighs 1.92 grams, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
