© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler - Francis of Waldeck
| Silver | 28.28 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Münster (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Francis of Waldeck (Franz von Waldeck) (1532-1553) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1544-1546 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#307703 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Large ornate 4-fold arms with central shield of Waldeck divide date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONAS: ET: OSNA(B): EPS: MIND: ADMINI(S)(T)
15 46
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Münster, minted between 1544 and 1546, is that it features an image of Francis of Waldeck, the Bishop of Münster, on one side, while the other side bears the coat of arms of the Bishopric. This coin was made of silver and weighs 28.28 grams.
