© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
½ Reichsthaler - Christopher of Manderscheid
| Silver | 14.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Imperial abbey of Stavelot-Malmedy (Belgian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Christopher of Manderscheid (Christoph von Manderscheid) (1546-1576) |
| Emperor | Maximilian II (1564-1576) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1569-1570 |
| Value | ½ Thaler (1.25) |
| Currency | Gulden (651-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#366069 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned bust of Emperor Maximilian II right, holding scepter and globe, dividing date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✣ MAXIMILI ⭑ II ⭑ ROMA ⭑ IMP ⭑ SEM ⭑ AVGVSTV
1570
Unabridged legend: Maximilianus II Romanorum Imperator semper augustus
Translation: Maximilian II ever exalted Emperor of the Romans
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Reichsthaler coin from the Imperial abbey of Stavelot-Malmedy is that it features an image of Christopher of Manderscheid, the abbot of the monastery, on one side, and the coat of arms of the abbey on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe, and its design reflects the significance of the abbey and its leaders during that period.
