© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler - Charles Caspar of the Leyen
1657 year| Silver | 28.73 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Trier (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Charles Caspar von der Leyen (Karl Kaspar von der Leyen) (1652-1676) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1657 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.73 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#354680 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Radiant Madonna and child in inner circle, date in Roman numerals in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: * * * DONVM • DEI • EX • FODINIS • VILLMARIENSIBVS • ANNO • MDCLVII
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Archbishopric of Trier is that it features an image of Charles Caspar of the Leyen, who was the Archbishop of Trier from 1652 to 1676. This coin was minted during his reign, and it is believed that the image of Charles Caspar was included on the coin as a way to promote his legacy and reinforce his authority within the region.
