© Kölner Münzkabinett Tyll Kroha Nachfolger UG
© Kölner Münzkabinett Tyll Kroha Nachfolger UG
1 Carolin - Clemens August of Bayern
1735 year| Gold (.770) | 9.73 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Clemens August of Bavaria (Clemens August von Bayern) (1723-1761) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1735 |
| Value | 1 Carolin (10) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.770) |
| Weight | 9.73 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#322785 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Madonna with Christ Child and scepter sitting half-right, in front escutcheon of the Teutonic Order, in the section year, right signature I H
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALUS OMNIBUS IN TE SPERANTIBUS / IN HOC SIGNOVINCES / IH / 1735
Comment
Mintmaster - Johann HittorffInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Carolin coin is that it was minted during the reign of Clemens August of Bayern, who was the Archbishop of Cologne and a member of the powerful Wittelsbach family. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it was made of gold, which was a rare and valuable material at the time, and it weighed 9.73 grams, making it a substantial coin. Additionally, the coin features an intricate design, including an image of Clemens August on one side and the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Cologne on the other. Overall, the 1 Carolin coin is a unique and fascinating piece of history that provides insight into the political and economic context of the time.
