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1 Guldenthaler - Melchior Zobel of Giebelstadt
1552 year| Silver | 30.62 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Würzburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Melchior Zobel von Giebelstadt (1544-1558) |
| Emperor | Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1552 |
| Value | 1 Guldenthaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 30.62 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#155418 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, '72' in orb on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAROLI•V•IMP•AVG•P•F•DECRETO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Guldenthaler - Melchior Zobel of Giebelstadt 1552 from Bishopric of Würzburg (German States) coin is that it features a unique design element - a stylized letter "W" on the reverse side, which represents the Bishopric of Würzburg. This coin was issued during a time when the Bishopric of Würzburg was an independent state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the letter "W" symbolized the authority and power of the bishop. The coin's design was created by the artist Melchior Zobel, who was a renowned medalist and engraver of the time. This coin is a rare and valuable example of early German numismatics, and its unique design makes it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians.
