1 Thaler 1537 front 1 Thaler 1537 back
1 Thaler 1537 photo
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1 Thaler

1537 year
Silver 28.35 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Free city of Kempten (German States)
Period
Free city (1289-1802)
Emperor
Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1537
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.35 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#169147
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

1/2-length crowned and armored figure of emperor over podium in which date, Pillars of Hercules to left, imperial crown to right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: +CAROLVS. ROMA. IMPE. SEMPER. AVGVSTVS.

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Free City of Kempten (German States) made of Silver weighing 28.35g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the Renaissance period, a time of cultural and artistic flourishing in Europe. The coin's design likely reflects the influences of the period, making it a unique piece of art and history.