1 Thaler - Frederick Christian of Plettenberg 1694 front 1 Thaler - Frederick Christian of Plettenberg 1694 back
1 Thaler - Frederick Christian of Plettenberg 1694 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Thaler - Frederick Christian of Plettenberg

1694 year
Silver 29.16 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Münster (German States)
Prince-bishop
Frederick Christian of Plettenberg (1688-1706)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1694
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
29.16 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#306913
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms in palm branches, J-O at sides

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BVRGGR:STROMB:S:R:I:PRIN.D:IN:BORCK:1694.
J O

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Münster is that it features an image of Frederick Christian of Plettenberg, who was the Bishop of Münster from 1688 to 1706. The coin was minted in 1694, during his episcopate, and it is made of silver, weighing 29.16 grams. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and it is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the German States during the 17th century.