1 Thaler 1543-1548 front 1 Thaler 1543-1548 back
1 Thaler 1543-1548 photo
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1 Thaler

 
Silver 28.76 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Kaufbeuren (German States)
Period
Free city
Emperor
Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1543-1548
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.76 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#147634
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Larger 1/2-length crowned and armored figure of emperor to right, holding scepter over right shoulder.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAROLVS. V. ROM(A). IMP(E). SEMP(ER). AVG(V)(S)(T).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from Kaufbeuren is that it features a unique design element - a stylized letter "K" on the reverse side, which represents the city of Kaufbeuren. This letter is surrounded by a wreath of leaves and berries, adding to the coin's ornate and intricate appearance.