© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
1 Thaler - Francis Arnold of Wolff-Metternich
| Silver | 29.50 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Münster (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Francis Arnold Joseph of Wolff-Metternich of Gracht (Franz Arnold von Wolff-Metternich zur Gracht) (1706-1718) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1712-1715 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.50 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#178214 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned complex arms with sword and crozier behind. Legend around and text on the ribbon below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BURGG • STROMB • S • R • I • P • COM • PYRM • DOM • IN • BORK • ET • WEHRT 1714
PRO LEGE ET GREGE
Comment
Mintmaster W - R (Wilhelm Ritter, Mintmaster in Münster 1713-1718).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Münster is that it features a unique design element - a small image of a wolf's head on the reverse side, which is a nod to the name of the bishop, Francis Arnold von Wolff-Metternich. This subtle detail adds to the coin's historical and numismatic significance, making it a prized collector's item for those interested in German state coins from the early 18th century.
