© 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 - John IV of Hoya
| Silver | 28.81 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Münster (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | John IV of Hoya (1566-1574) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1570-1571 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.81 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#308502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Full-length facing figure of St. Paul divides date, small shield of Münster arms below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SANCT PAVLVS. APOS .PATRON. MONASTER I.
15 70
Unabridged legend: Sanctus Paulus Apostolicae Patronus Monasteriensis
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Münster, minted during the reign of John IV of Hoya in 1570-1571, features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Münster, which was not present on previous issues of the coin. This addition was a nod to the growing influence of the Bishopric of Münster in the region and signified the importance of the bishop's authority.
