© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
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1 Thaler - Engelbert of Sirgenstein
1748 year| Silver | - | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Abbey of Kempten (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-abbot | Engelbert of Syrgenstein (Engelbert von Syrgenstein) (1747-1760) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1748 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#167903 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Female figure at left holding cross and scales, small oval shield on pedestal at lower left, flaming altar at right, Roman numeral date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PEITATE ET - ÆQUITATE.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Engelbert of Sirgenstein 1748 coin is that it features an image of Engelbert, the Abbot of Kempten, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Abbey of Kempten on the other. This coin was minted during Engelbert's tenure as Abbot, which lasted from 1743 to 1757. The coin's design was meant to promote the Abbey's reputation and influence in the region, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
