© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
1 Thaler - Ferdinand III Prague
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand III (1627-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1656 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#91174 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle
Script: Latin
Comment
Prev. KM#1416.Mintmarks:
(q) Hand holding star - mintmaster Jakob W. Wolker
(r) Anchor - mintmaster Christoph Margolik
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Kingdom of Bohemia is that it features an image of Ferdinand III, who was the Holy Roman Emperor at the time, on one side, and the Bohemian coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, including the Thirty Years' War, and its production was likely a symbol of the kingdom's economic and political stability. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting was a significant choice, as it was a valuable and durable metal that was widely accepted as a medium of exchange.
