© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
8 Ducats - Albert V
1565 year| Gold | 28 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Albert V (Albrecht V) (1550-1579) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1565 |
| Value | 8 Ducats (28) |
| Currency | Thaler (1505-1622) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 28 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#329795 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Madonna standing on crescent holding Child, flames around, date at end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: S. MARIA. MATE. DEI. VIR. OR. PR. NOBIS. 15 . 65
Interesting fact
The 8 Ducats coin from the Duchy of Bavaria, minted in 1565 during the reign of Albert V, is a rare and valuable collector's item. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted using a unique process called "frosting," which gives the coin a textured, frosted appearance. This process was achieved by sprinkling fine silver particles onto the die before striking the coin, creating a distinctive look that is still admired by collectors today.
