© E&L
© E&L
1 Thaler - Charles of Lorraine Klippe
1600 (1600-1607) years| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Strasbourg (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Charles of Lorraine (1592-1607) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Period | Bishops' War (1592-1604) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1600 (1600-1607) |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Size | 41 × 41 mm |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#424837 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crown above imperial eagle divides date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOLPHVS II IMP AVG P F DECR 16 00
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Charles of Lorraine (Klippe) 1600 (1600-1607) coin from the Bishopric of Strasbourg (French States) is that it features a unique design element known as a "klippe" or "clip," which is a small, tab-like projection that extends from the edge of the coin. This feature was added to the coin to prevent it from being clipped or shaved, which was a common practice at the time to collect precious metal. The klippe also served as a way to easily identify the coin and prevent counterfeiting.
