⅔ Thaler - Ulrich VI 1688-1690 front ⅔ Thaler - Ulrich VI 1688-1690 back
⅔ Thaler - Ulrich VI 1688-1690 photo
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⅔ Thaler - Ulrich VI

 
Silver 17.57 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Chur (Grisons)
Bishop
Ulrich VI von Mont (1661-1692)
Emperor
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1688-1690
Value
⅔ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1627-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
17.57 g
Diameter
37 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#97687
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with mitre above arms on chest, value below. Divided date at top in legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LEOPOLDVS·D:G ROM:IMPER:S:A:16 88
B C
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Interesting fact

The ⅔ Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Chur (Grisons) made of Silver weighing 17.57 g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of Ulrich VI, who was the Prince-Bishop of Chur from 1688 to 1690. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin during his reign and is a rare and valuable collector's item today.