1 Schautaler - Ferdinand of Bayern (Gold pattern strike) 1638 front 1 Schautaler - Ferdinand of Bayern (Gold pattern strike) 1638 back
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1 Schautaler - Ferdinand of Bayern Gold pattern strike

1638 year
Gold 17.23 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Münster (German States)
Prince-bishop
Ferdinand I of Bavaria (Ferdinand I von Bayern) (1612-1650)
Type
Pattern
Year
1638
Value
5 Ducats (17.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold
Weight
17.23 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#126668
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nativity scene.

Lettering: UND DAS WORT IST FLEISCH WORDEN JOH : AM • 1

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Schautaler - Ferdinand of Bayern (Gold pattern strike) 1638 from Bishopric of Münster (German States) made of Gold weighing 17.23g is that it features a unique design that showcases the coat of arms of Ferdinand of Bayern, the Bishop of Münster, on one side, and the image of Saint Lambert, the patron saint of the bishopric, on the other side. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and limited mintage.