1 Thaler - Wolfgang of Dalberg (Bettlertaler) 1593-1600 front 1 Thaler - Wolfgang of Dalberg (Bettlertaler) 1593-1600 back
1 Thaler - Wolfgang of Dalberg (Bettlertaler) 1593-1600 photo
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1 Thaler - Wolfgang of Dalberg Bettlertaler

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Mainz (German States)
Prince-archbishop
Wolfgang of Dalberg (1582-1601)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1593-1600
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#167693
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. Martin on horseback to left, beggar below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONETA: NOVA: AR - GEN: MOGVNT (-) IN.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Wolfgang of Dalberg (Bettlertaler) coin is that it features a unique design element - a small image of a beggar (hence the name "Bettlertaler") on the reverse side, which was added to the coin's design by the Archbishop Wolfgang of Dalberg himself. This unusual feature was meant to serve as a reminder of the importance of charity and helping those in need.