© Stephen Album Rare Coins
½ Guldentaler - 30 Kreuzer Johann Jakob Khuen von Belasi Maximilian
| Silver | 12.1 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Johann Jakob Khuen von Belasi (1560-1586) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1568-1569 |
| Value | ½ Thaler - ½ Guldiner |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.1 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#86581 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed imperial eagle, orb with value on breast, inner circle. Legend around (starts 1h) for "Maximilianus Imperator Augustus Per Fidei Decreto"
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAXIMILIA IMPE AVGVS P F DECRETO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe, particularly in the Bishopric of Salzburg, where it was issued. The coin's minting was likely a response to the need for a stable currency during this period of change.