© Heritage Auctions
© Heritage Auctions
¼ Thaler Madonna - Paris von Lodron
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Paris von Lodron (1619-1653) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1626-1642 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler - ¼ Guldiner |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#367720 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Saint Rupert standing with his salt boxe and crozier, fractional value and arms of Salzburg below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCT RVDBERTVS // EPS SALISBVRG date
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Madonna and Child, which was a common motif in medieval and Renaissance art, but the use of Paris von Lodron, a local saint from Salzburg, as the model for the Madonna is quite unusual. This coin is a rare example of a numismatic piece that combines religious and local historical themes.
