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1 Thaler - Ferdinand of Erwitte
1698 year| Silver | - | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Abbeys of Werden and Helmstedt (German States) |
|---|---|
| Abbot | Ferdinand of Erwitte (Ferdinand von Erwitte) (1670-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1698 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#368689 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full-length facing figure of St. Mary standing on crescent moon, stars around head, all in circle with arch in it over head.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRGO IMMACULATA IVGITER SIS PATRONA.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Abbeys of Werden and Helmstedt is that it features a unique design element - a small image of a horse and rider on the reverse side, which is not commonly found on other coins from the same era.
