1⁄12 Thaler - Philip of Spiegel zum Desenberg 1765 front 1⁄12 Thaler - Philip of Spiegel zum Desenberg 1765 back
1⁄12 Thaler - Philip of Spiegel zum Desenberg 1765 photo
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1⁄12 Thaler - Philip of Spiegel zum Desenberg

1765 year
Silver - 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Abbey of Corvey (German States)
Abbot
Philip of Spiegel zum Desenberg (1758-1776)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1765
Value
1⁄12 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#309235
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

4-line inscription with date in circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CLX. EINE FEINE MARCK CONVENT. M.
12 / EINEN / THALER / (date)

Interesting fact

The 1765 Philip of Spiegel zum Desenberg 1/12 Thaler coin from the Abbey of Corvey (German States) is notable for its unique design. The coin features a portrait of Philip, the Abbot of Corvey, on one side, and an image of the Corvey Abbey on the other. The coin was minted in silver, and its design was meant to symbolize the power and influence of the Abbey of Corvey during that time.