1 Thaler (Klippe; Siege coinage) 1660 front 1 Thaler (Klippe; Siege coinage) 1660 back
1 Thaler (Klippe; Siege coinage) 1660 photo
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1 Thaler Klippe; Siege coinage

1660 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
City of Münster (German States)
Period
Munster civic insurrection (1660-1661)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1660
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Klippe
Technique
Klippe
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#308520
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1660 Münster Thaler is that it features a unique "siege coinage" design, which was used during a time of economic hardship and war in the German States. The coin's design includes a depiction of a city under siege, with cannons and soldiers surrounding the city walls. This design was meant to symbolize the city's resilience and determination during difficult times.