½ Thaler - Franz von Dietrichstein ND (1613-1636) front ½ Thaler - Franz von Dietrichstein ND (1613-1636) back
½ Thaler - Franz von Dietrichstein ND (1613-1636) photo
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½ Thaler - Franz von Dietrichstein ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Olomouc (Kingdom of Bohemia)
Prince-bishop
Francis Seraph of Dietrichstein (1599-1636)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1613-1636
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1613-1748)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#92841
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Madonna with child, 2 shields

Script: Latin

Lettering: SVBVMBRAA - - - -LA - - - - RVMTVARVM

Translation: Under the shadow of Thy wings

Comment

Previous KM#13

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of religious and political symbolism. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of Saint Wenceslas, the patron saint of Bohemia, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of Franz von Dietrichstein, the Bishop of Olomouc. This blending of religious and secular symbols reflects the complex political and religious landscape of the Kingdom of Bohemia during the early 17th century.