© 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 - Christoph
1581 year| Silver | 29 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Ratzeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Apostolic administrator | Christopher (Christoph) (1554-1592) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1581 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#359351 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 3Z in orb on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOLPHVS. II. D. G. IMP. SE. AVGV.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Ratzeburg is that it features an image of St. Christopher, the patron saint of travelers, on one side. This was a common motif on coins from the German States during this time period, as St. Christopher was believed to protect travelers on their journeys.
