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7 Ducats - Hermann Werner of Metternich
1685 year| Gold | 24.5 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Hermann Werner of Metternich (Hermann Werner von Metternich) (1683-1704) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1685 |
| Value | 7 Ducats (49⁄2) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 24.5 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#417212 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Oval shield of 6-fold arms, with central shield of Wolff-Metternich, in baroque frame, superimposed on crossed sword and crozier, divides date, 5 ornate helmets above, motto curved below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COMPYRM PRAEPOS HILDES ET L B WOLFF METTERNICH
16 85
PROVIDE ET IVSTE
Interesting fact
The 7 Ducats - Hermann Werner of Metternich 1685 coin is a rare and valuable coin that was minted during the reign of Bishop Hermann Werner of Metternich in the Bishopric of Paderborn, which was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire. The coin is made of gold and weighs 24.5 grams, making it a significant and valuable piece of currency for its time. It's interesting to note that the coin's design features an image of Bishop Hermann Werner himself, which was a common practice for coins minted during this period. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
