1 Thaler - Gustav II Adolph 1632 front 1 Thaler - Gustav II Adolph 1632 back
1 Thaler - Gustav II Adolph 1632 photo
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1 Thaler - Gustav II Adolph

1632 year
Silver - 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Würzburg (German States)
King
Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1631-1632)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1632
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#127135
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms between laurel wreath.

Lettering:
Gott·mit·uns.
16 32

Translation: God with us

Comment

Helm# 245, SBM# 9c

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Würzburg is that it features an image of Gustav II Adolph, the King of Sweden, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Würzburg on the other. This coin was minted in 1632, during a time when the Swedish king was trying to expand his influence and territory in Europe, and the Bishopric of Würzburg was under his control. The use of the king's image on the coin was likely a way to promote his authority and legitimacy in the region.