⅙ Thaler - Adalbert II of Walderdorff 1757 front ⅙ Thaler - Adalbert II of Walderdorff 1757 back
⅙ Thaler - Adalbert II of Walderdorff 1757 photo
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⅙ Thaler - Adalbert II of Walderdorff

1757 year
Silver 4.26 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Fulda (German States)
Bishop
Adalbert of Walderdorf (Adalbert von Walderdorf) (1757-1759)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1757
Value
⅙ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.26 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#182947
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

5-line inscription with denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VI
EINEN
REICHS
THALER
·17·57·

Comment

Slg. Fiorino# 2359
Mintmaster ND - Nikolaus Dittmar

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅙ Thaler - Adalbert II of Walderdorff 1757 from Bishopric of Fulda (German States) coin is that it features an image of Saint Fulrad, the patron saint of the Bishopric of Fulda, on its reverse side. Saint Fulrad was a prominent figure in the region and was known for his role in the spread of Christianity in the 8th century. The inclusion of his image on the coin highlights the significant cultural and religious influence of the Bishopric of Fulda during that time.