1 Thaler - Anselm of Reichlin-Meldegg 1729 front 1 Thaler - Anselm of Reichlin-Meldegg 1729 back
1 Thaler - Anselm of Reichlin-Meldegg 1729 photo
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1 Thaler - Anselm of Reichlin-Meldegg

1729 year
Silver 29.25 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Abbey of Kempten (German States)
Prince-abbot
Anselm of Reichlin-Meldegg (Anselm von Reichlin-Meldegg) (1728-1747)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1729
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
29.25 g
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#169068
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Rearing horse to right, hand extended from cloud at upper left and holding reigns of horse, 2 small adjacent oval shields divide date in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MODERATIONE ET INDUSTRIA.

Engraver: Christian Ernst Müller

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Abbey of Kempten is that it features a unique design element - a small image of a bird, known as the "Kempten bird," which is located above the coat of arms on the reverse side of the coin. This bird has been a symbol of the Abbey of Kempten for centuries and is believed to represent the abbey's connection to the natural world and its commitment to preserving the environment.