1⁄12 Reichsthaler - Frederick Christian 1692-1696 front 1⁄12 Reichsthaler - Frederick Christian 1692-1696 back
1⁄12 Reichsthaler - Frederick Christian 1692-1696 photo
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1⁄12 Reichsthaler - Frederick Christian

 
Silver - 25.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Münster (German States)
Prince-bishop
Frederick Christian of Plettenberg (1688-1706)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1692-1696
Value
1⁄12 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
25.2 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#31809
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FURSTL.MUNSTR.LAND.MUNTZ.1692.
*12*
EINEN
REICHS
THAL.

Comment

Varieties exist.

Interesting fact

The 1⁄12 Reichsthaler coin from the Bishopric of Münster was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick Christian, who was the Bishop of Münster from 1692 to 1696. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was in decline, and the German states were struggling to maintain their independence and economic stability. Despite these challenges, the 1⁄12 Reichsthaler coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout the region, and its silver content made it a valuable commodity.