½ Thaler Madonna - Paris von Lodron 1624-1627 front ½ Thaler Madonna - Paris von Lodron 1624-1627 back
½ Thaler Madonna - Paris von Lodron 1624-1627 photo
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½ Thaler Madonna - Paris von Lodron

 
Silver 13.82 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States)
Prince-archbishop
Paris von Lodron (1619-1653)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1624-1627
Value
½ Thaler - ½ Guldiner
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
13.82 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#185698
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Saint Rupert holding salt box in right hand, and crosier in left hand. Arms of Salzburg below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SANCT : RVDBER TVS · EPS · SALISB : 1625

Translation: Latin, unabridged: Sanctus Rupertus Episcopus Salisburgensis

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Madonna and Child on one side and the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Salzburg on the other, making it a unique blend of religious and secular symbolism.