1 Batzen - John Philip of Greiffenclau of Vollraths 1704-1705 front 1 Batzen - John Philip of Greiffenclau of Vollraths 1704-1705 back
1 Batzen - John Philip of Greiffenclau of Vollraths 1704-1705 photo
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1 Batzen - John Philip of Greiffenclau of Vollraths

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Würzburg (German States)
Bishop
Johann Philipp von Greiffenclau zu Vollraths (1699-1719)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1704-1705
Value
1 Batzen = 5 Kreuzer (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#159800
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Standing half-length figure of St. Kilian with crozier and sword, denomination (4) in shield below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: KILIANVS SANCTVS.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Batzen coin from the Bishopric of Würzburg is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Greiffenclau family, which was added to the coin's obverse (front side) to signify the reign of John Philip of Greiffenclau of Vollraths as the Bishop of Würzburg. This coat of arms is a rare feature on coins from this time period and adds historical significance to the coin.