¼ Thaler - Sigismund von Schrattenbach 1766 front ¼ Thaler - Sigismund von Schrattenbach 1766 back
¼ Thaler - Sigismund von Schrattenbach 1766 photo
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¼ Thaler - Sigismund von Schrattenbach

1766 year
Silver 6.94 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States)
Prince-archbishop
Sigismund of Schrattenbach (1753-1771)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1766
Value
¼ Thaler - ¼ Guldiner
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.94 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#185793
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARTIS MONETARIÆ PRÆMIUM

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Thaler - Sigismund von Schrattenbach 1766 coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Salzburg on one side and an image of Saint Rupert, the patron saint of Salzburg, on the other. This design was specifically chosen to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Saint Rupert's death and to highlight the importance of the Bishopric of Salzburg in the region's history and culture.