1 Thaler - Wolfgang von Schrattenbach 1716 front 1 Thaler - Wolfgang von Schrattenbach 1716 back
1 Thaler - Wolfgang von Schrattenbach 1716 photo
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1 Thaler - Wolfgang von Schrattenbach

1716 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Olomouc (Kingdom of Bohemia)
Prince-bishop
Wolfgang Hannibal of Schrattenbach (1711-1738)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1716
Value
1 Speciesthaler
Currency
Thaler (1613-1748)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#51827
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Arms in an oval shield below a crown, a mitre and the cardinal's hat. Legend (starts 1h) for "Dux Sacri Romani Imperii Princeps Regiae Capellae Bohemiae Comes Conprotector Germaniae Caesareae Romanae Majestatis Consiliarius Intimus Et Actualis"

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DVX S R I PS R C B COM CON GER S C R M CON IN ET ACTV
1716

Comment

KM# is attributed to Austrian states.

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Olomouc (Kingdom of Bohemia) made of Silver in 1716 features an interesting fact. The coin's obverse side bears the image of Wolfgang von Schrattenbach, the Bishop of Olomouc, who was known for his efforts in promoting education and arts in the region. This coin was minted during his episcopacy, which lasted from 1711 to 1728. This fact highlights the significance of the coin as a piece of history that represents the region's cultural and religious heritage.