½ Kreuzer - Paris von Lodron (Gold Pattern) 1640 front ½ Kreuzer - Paris von Lodron (Gold Pattern) 1640 back
½ Kreuzer - Paris von Lodron (Gold Pattern) 1640 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

½ Kreuzer - Paris von Lodron Gold Pattern

1640 year
Gold (.986) 0.86 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States)
Prince-archbishop
Paris von Lodron (1619-1653)
Type
Pattern
Year
1640
Value
½ Kreuzer (1⁄120)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
0.86 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#304432
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

The fractional value in a circle divides the date, below, the arms of Salzburg in an ornate shield.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 16 1/2 40

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Kreuzer - Paris von Lodron (Gold Pattern) 1640 from Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). Despite the conflict, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the intricate details and designs that were characteristic of the time period.