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8 Ducats - Wolf Dietrich Von Raitenau
1594 year| Gold (.986) | 28 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau (1587-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1594 |
| Value | 8 Ducats (8 Dukaten) (18) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 28 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#86971 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Tower in storm with waves, wind, and hail, with the date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN DOMINO SPERANS NON INFIRMABOR
Translation: Trusting in the Lord I shall not be Weakened
Comment
Wolf Dietrich Von Raitenau was the Archbishop of Salzburg from 1587-1612. He was highly educated, a great art collector and builder. He is highly responsible for the Baroque appearance of Salzburg. He died at the hands of his nephew in 1612. This design was thought to offer protection to the city from the "Storm of War."Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Ducats - Wolf Dietrich Von Raitenau 1594 coin is that it features a unique design element - a wolf's head on the reverse side, which is said to represent the bishop's name "Wolf Dietrich" and his reputation for being a fierce protector of his people.
