© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Thaler
1623 year| Silver | - | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Free city of Kempten (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1289-1802) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1623 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#169164 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large high-collared laureate bust to right in circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERDINANDVS. II. D. G. ROM(A). IMP. SEM(P). AVGVSTVS.
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 Thaler was a widely used denomination across many German states, and the Kempten mint was one of the most prominent in the region. The coin's design features the image of a lion, which was a symbol of strength and power, and the inscription "FREYE STADT KEMPTEN" (Free City of Kempten) signifying the city's status as a free imperial city within the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and sought-after currency during its time.
