1 Thaler - Philip Adolph of Ehrenberg 1624-1625 front 1 Thaler - Philip Adolph of Ehrenberg 1624-1625 back
1 Thaler - Philip Adolph of Ehrenberg 1624-1625 photo
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1 Thaler - Philip Adolph of Ehrenberg

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Würzburg (German States)
Bishop
Philip Adolphus of Ehrenberg (1623-1631)
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1624-1625
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#158461
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FERDINANDVS*II*D.G:ROMAN:IMPER:SEMP:AVGVS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Würzburg is that it features an image of Philip Adolph of Ehrenberg, who was the Prince-Bishop of Würzburg from 1624 to 1625. The coin was minted during his reign, and it is believed that the image of Ehrenberg on the coin was meant to promote his image as a powerful and influential leader in the region.