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⅙ Thaler - Johann Ernst von Thun
1699 year| Silver | 4.87 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | John Ernest of Thun (Johann Ernst von Thun) (1667-1709) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1699 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.87 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#185835 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned monogram of Joseph I.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IRS
TIMORE · · AMORE ·
MDCIC
Comment
Previously KM#M2"Largesse money". These coins were thrown from a pedestal to the crowds after the three-day celebrations on the occasion of the visit to Salzburg of the future emperor, Joseph I. 1/9 thaler was roughly the daily wage of a laborer. 1/4 ducat was the daily wage of a court councilor.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in the Bishopric of Salzburg, which was known for its beautiful baroque architecture and music. The coin's design, which features an image of Johann Ernst von Thun, the Prince-Bishop of Salzburg from 1687 to 1709, reflects this artistic heritage, with intricate details and ornamentation that were characteristic of the period.
