1 Thaler (Sede Vacante) 1781 front 1 Thaler (Sede Vacante) 1781 back
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1 Thaler Sede Vacante

1781 year
Silver 28.02 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Eichstätt (German States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1781
Value
1 Conventionsthaler = ⅒ Cologne Mark
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.02 g
Diameter
42 mm
Thickness
2.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#39027
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Saints Willibald and Walburga and their attributes, above the city of Eichstätt, with the the Eye of Providence on top

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HAC SVB TVTELA
TUTA CIVITAS EYSTETT
S.WIL· S.WAL
Œ

Engravers: Riedner Oxlein, Johann Leonhard Oexlein

Edge

Leaf security edge

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1781 Sede Vacante Thaler from the Bishopric of Eichstätt is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts the coat of arms of the bishopric, which includes a shield with a diagonal cross and a mitre above it, surrounded by foliage and topped with a crown. This design was used specifically for coins minted during the period of sede vacante, or "empty seat," when the bishopric was vacant and awaiting the appointment of a new bishop. This coin is a rare and interesting example of a coin that was minted during this brief period in the history of the bishopric.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1781 KR - - - - - -

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