1 Thaler - Salentin of Isenburg 1568 front 1 Thaler - Salentin of Isenburg 1568 back
1 Thaler - Salentin of Isenburg 1568 photo
© Kölner Münzkabinett Tyll Kroha Nachfolger UG

1 Thaler - Salentin of Isenburg

1568 year
Silver 29.2 g 40.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Cologne (German States)
Archbishop
Salentin of Isemburg (1567-1577)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1568
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
29.2 g
Diameter
40.6 mm
Thickness
2.1 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#246157
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmet coat of arms

Script: Latin

Lettering: *MONE*NOV*=**ARG*TVICI*

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Salentin of Isenburg 1568 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letter "S" in the center, which represents the Archbishopric of Cologne. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, surrounded by the inscription "SALENTIN VON ISENBURG" (Salentin of Isenburg). This distinctive feature sets the coin apart from other coins of the same era and makes it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.