© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
½ Thaler - Theodore Adolphus of Recke
1658 year| Silver | - | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Theodore Adolphus of Recke (Theodor Adolf von der Recke) (1650-1661) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1658 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#178215 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Seated facing Madonna with Child, rays around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S. MARIA. SVB. TVVM. PRÆSIDIVM. CONFVGIMVS.
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Paderborn, minted in 1658 during the reign of Theodore Adolphus of Recke, is notable for its unique design. The coin features an image of the bishop himself on one side, while the other side bears the coat of arms of the bishopric. This design was unusual for the time period, as most coins featured the image of a ruler or a symbol of the state. The use of the bishop's image on the coin was seen as a way to promote the authority and influence of the church in the region.
