© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
© Staatliche Münzsammlung München (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DE)
1 Thaler - Ernest of Bavaria
1583 year| Silver | 28.95 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Ernest of Bavaria (Ernst von Bayern) (1583-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1583 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.95 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#402233 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ornate 4-fold arms with central shield of Bavaria-Pflaz, ornate helmet above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA NO ARG TVICII
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Archbishopric of Cologne (German States) is that it features an image of Ernest of Bavaria, who was the Archbishop of Cologne from 1583 to 1612. This coin was minted during his reign and bears his name and title on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Cologne. This coin is a rare and valuable example of early European coinage and is highly sought after by collectors.
