½ Batzen - John Christopher of Westerstetten 1623-1634 front ½ Batzen - John Christopher of Westerstetten 1623-1634 back
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½ Batzen - John Christopher of Westerstetten

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Eichstätt (German States)
Prince-bishop
John Christopher of Westerstetten (1612-1637)
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1623-1634
Value
½ Batzen (1⁄30)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#90572
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Imperial orb with denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FERDINAN.II.R.I.S.A

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Batzen coin from the Bishopric of Eichstätt is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "IHS" (Iesus Hominum Salvator, or Jesus Savior of Men) surrounded by a wreath of leaves. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, beneath the denomination, and is a distinctive feature of this particular coin.