⅙ Thaler - Clemens August of Bayern 1723-1724 front ⅙ Thaler - Clemens August of Bayern 1723-1724 back
⅙ Thaler - Clemens August of Bayern 1723-1724 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

⅙ Thaler - Clemens August of Bayern

 
Silver - 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Paderborn (German States)
Prince-bishop
Clemens August of Bavaria (Clemens August von Bayern) (1719-1761)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1723-1724
Value
⅙ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#181251
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned ornate shield of 8-fold arms, with central shield of 4-fold arms of Bavaria and Pfalz, divides date and superimposed on crossed sword and crozier, value (1/6) in oval below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: C. PAL. RH. C. L. B. STR. - S. R. I. P. C. PYR. D. IN. B. & W.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅙ Thaler coin featuring Clemens August of Bayern is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin was issued in 1723-1724, a period when the Holy Roman Empire was dissolving and the German States were becoming more independent. This coin, made of silver, was an important medium of exchange during this time and was used in trade and commerce throughout the region.