© Auktionen Frühwald
© Auktionen Frühwald
⅙ Thaler - Frederick William of Westphalen
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Hildesheim (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Frederick William of Westphalia (Friedrich Wilhelm von Westphalen) (1763-1789) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1763-1764 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#157993 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
4-line central inscription with denomination and date, legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅙ Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Hildesheim is that it features an image of Frederick William of Westphalen, who was the Prince-Bishop of Hildesheim from 1763 to 1764. The coin was minted during his reign and bears his likeness on one side, while the other side features the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Hildesheim. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a standard circulation coin from the German States during the 18th century.
