© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
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¼ Thaler - John Gottfried II of Guttenberg
1696 year| Silver | - | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Würzburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | John Godfried II of Guttenberg (1684-1698) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1696 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#159755 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned round 4-fold arms of Würzburg and Guttenberg, date divided at upper left and right.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Würzburg is that it features an image of John Gottfried II of Guttenberg, who was a prominent bishop and politician in the region during the late 17th century. The coin was minted in 1696 and is made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. The coin's design includes an inscription of the bishop's name and title, as well as an image of him in elaborate robes and a mitre, symbolizing his religious and political authority. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact for collectors and historians interested in the history of the German States and the Catholic Church.
