© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler - William Anthony of Asseburg Konventionstaler
1766 year| Silver | 27.87 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | William Anthony of Asseburg (Wilhelm Anton von Asseburg) (1763-1782) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1766 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 27.87 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#307574 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned and mantled ornate shield of 4-fold arms of Paderborn and Pyrmont, with central shield of Asseburg, in baroque frame, superimposed on crossed sword and crozier, divides mintmaster’s initials and date, motto in band below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
WILH. ANT. D. G. EPS. PADERB. S. R. I. PR. C. PIRM.
X. STUCK EINE FEINE. MARCK.
IUSTE ET CONSTANTER.
A. S.
17 66
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1766 Konventionstaler from the Bishopric of Paderborn is that it features a unique double portrait of William Anthony of Asseburg, the Bishop of Paderborn, and his brother, Frederick Wilhelm, who was the Bishop of Minden. This double portrait was a rare design element for coins of that time period and adds to the coin's historical significance and collectibility.
