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¼ Thaler- Johann Jakob Khuen von Belasi
| Silver | 7 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Johann Jakob Khuen von Belasi (1560-1586) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1561-1567 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler - ¼ Guldiner |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#77918 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
St Rupert sitting facing with his salt box and crozier within a circle. The head divides the legend on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S RVDBERTVS EPVS SALZBVRGEN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the initials "I.J." (for Johann Jakob Khuen von Belasi) on the reverse side, which was a personal touch added by the bishop to distinguish his coins from others in circulation.
