© Auktionen Frühwald
© Auktionen Frühwald
½ Thaler - Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau ND
| Silver | 14.3 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau (1587-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1587-1612 |
| Value | ½ Thaler - ½ Guldiner |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.3 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#150719 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANC RVDBERTVS EPVS SALZBVRG
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg, featuring Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau, has a unique feature - it has a hole in the center, which was used to thread a cord or chain through, allowing it to be worn as a pendant or amulet. This was a common practice during the Renaissance period, and it adds an interesting element to the coin's design and history.
