© Münzen Ritter
© Münzen Ritter
¼ Thaler Domkapitel
1638 year| Silver | 6.93 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Administrator | Augustus of Saxe-Weissenfels (August von Sachsen-Weißenfels) (1638-1680) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1638 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.93 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#230041 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standing armored figure with flag and shield of St. Moritz.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Thaler (Domkapitel) 1638 from Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War had recently ended, and many German states were struggling to rebuild their economies. The Archbishopric of Magdeburg, in particular, was facing financial difficulties, and the minting of this coin was likely a way for the government to generate revenue and stabilize the local economy. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the people of Magdeburg during a time of great turmoil.
