© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
¼ Thaler - Paris von Lodron Consecration
1628 year| Silver | 7.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Paris von Lodron (1619-1653) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1628 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler - ¼ Guldiner |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#393877 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Bishops carrying a reliquary box within a beaded circle, transfer of the relicts of St. Rupert and St. Virgil on 24 September 1628. Legend around (starts 12h).
Script: Latin
Lettering: SS : RVPERTVS • ET • VIRGILIVS • PATRONI • TRANSFERVNTVR • 24 SEPT
Translation: Saints Rupert and Virgilius patrons were transferred on September 24th
Edge
Plain
Comment
The same design was produced from 1/4 Thaler to 20 gold Ducat.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the consecration of Paris von Lodron as the Bishop of Salzburg in 1628. The coin features an image of von Lodron on one side and the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Salzburg on the other. The use of silver in the coin's composition adds to its value and historical significance, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
