1 Thaler - Ferdinand of Bayern 1638-1647 front 1 Thaler - Ferdinand of Bayern 1638-1647 back
1 Thaler - Ferdinand of Bayern 1638-1647 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Thaler - Ferdinand of Bayern

 
Silver 29.03 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Münster (German States)
Prince-bishop
Ferdinand I of Bavaria (Ferdinand I von Bayern) (1612-1650)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1638-1647
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
29.03 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#304530
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

St. Pauli with sword and book turned half-left over city view of Münster, including year. On the fortress wall M - EK.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
S. PAVLUS PATRON MONASTERIEN
M EK
1638

Unabridged legend: Sanctus Paulus Apostolicae Patronus Monasteriensis

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Münster is that it features an image of Ferdinand of Bayern, who was the Bishop of Münster from 1638 to 1647. This coin was minted during his reign and bears his likeness on one side, while the other side features the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Münster. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact for collectors of historical coins, and its silver content makes it a popular choice for those interested in precious metals.