© Teutoburger Münzauktion
© Teutoburger Münzauktion
1 Thaler
| Silver | - | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Free city of Kempten (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1289-1802) |
| Emperor | Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1552-1554 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#169155 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 7Z in orb on breast, small shield with 'K' at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAROLI. V. IMP. (A) - (A)VG. P. F. DECRE(T).
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Free City of Kempten (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued between 1552 and 1554, a period when the Holy Roman Empire was facing challenges from the Protestant Reformation and the rise of nation-states. The coin's design, which features the image of a crowned eagle on one side and the coat of arms of Kempten on the other, reflects the city's status as a free imperial city and its connection to the larger political and economic structures of the time. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting indicates the importance of this precious metal in the region's economy.
