1 Thaler - Melchior Zobel of Giebelstadt 1553-1557 front 1 Thaler - Melchior Zobel of Giebelstadt 1553-1557 back
1 Thaler - Melchior Zobel of Giebelstadt 1553-1557 photo
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1 Thaler - Melchior Zobel of Giebelstadt

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Würzburg (German States)
Bishop
Melchior Zobel von Giebelstadt (1544-1558)
Emperor
Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1553-1557
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#130543
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle in circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAROL. V. ROM. - IMPERA. AVGV.

Comment

Helmschrott 50

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin - Melchior Zobel of Giebelstadt 1553-1557 from Bishopric of Würzburg (German States) made of Silver is that it features a unique design element. The coin's obverse side bears an image of a shield with the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Würzburg, while the reverse side features a depiction of Saint Kilian, the patron saint of the diocese. This combination of religious and secular symbols highlights the close relationship between the church and state during that time period.