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50 Ducats - John Ernest of Thun Klippe
1687 year| Gold (.986) | 175 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | John Ernest of Thun (Johann Ernst von Thun) (1667-1709) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1687 |
| Value | 50 Ducats (112.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 175 g |
| Size | 49 × 49 mm |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#417566 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Saint Rupert at left with salt box in right hand and crosier in left hand. Saint Virgil at right with crosier in right hand and the abbey St Peter of Salzburg below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SS RVDBERTUS ET VIRGILIUS PATRONI SALISBURGENSES
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Ducats - John Ernest of Thun (Klippe) 1687 coin is that it features a unique design element known as a "klippe" or "clip," which is a small, tab-like projection that extends from the edge of the coin. This feature was used to prevent the coin from being clipped or shaved, which was a common practice at the time to collect precious metal. The klippe also served as a way to easily identify the coin and prevent counterfeiting.
