© Kölner Münzkabinett
© Kölner Münzkabinett
1 Thaler - Ferdinand of Bayern
1620 year| Silver | 29.22 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Ferdinand of Bavaria (Ferdinand von Bayern) (1618-1650) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1620 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.22 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#196402 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Under electoral hat, four-fold coat of arms of Palatinate / Bavaria topped with the arms of the bishopric of Paderborn, decorated with two croziers.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERDINANDVS.II.D.G.ROM.IMP.SEMP.AVG.1620*
Engraver: Nikodemus Billerbeck
Comment
Slg. Wittelsbach 1194;Menadier/Oppermann S. 66
Engraver: Nikodemus Billerbeck
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Paderborn is that it features an image of Ferdinand of Bayern, who was the Bishop of Paderborn from 1618 to 1650. 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 Bishopric of Paderborn. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a standard circulation coin from the German States during the early 17th century.
