© 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 - Hermann Werner of Metternich
1684 year| Silver | 29.06 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Hermann Werner of Metternich (Hermann Werner von Metternich) (1683-1704) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1684 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.06 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#307296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Spanish shield of 4-fold arms of Paderborn and Pyrmont, with central shield of Wolff-Metternich, superimposed on crossed sword and crozier, divides date, 4 ornate helmets above, motto below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COM. PYRMONT. ET. LIB. BARO. WOLF METTERNNICH
PROVIDE ET IVSTE
16 84
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Paderborn, featuring Hermann Werner of Metternich, was minted in 1684 and made of silver. It weighs 29.06 grams and is considered a standard circulation coin. What's interesting about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, with the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648) having recently ended and the subsequent conflicts and political instability that followed. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the skill of the mint masters and artisans of the time.
