1⁄12 Thaler - Sede Vacante 1762-1763 front 1⁄12 Thaler - Sede Vacante 1762-1763 back
1⁄12 Thaler - Sede Vacante 1762-1763 photo
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1⁄12 Thaler - Sede Vacante

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Hildesheim (German States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1762-1763
Value
1⁄12 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#157894
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

4-line central inscription with denomination and date, legend surrounding.

Script: Latin

Comment

Zepernick 147

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1762-1763 Sede Vacante 1/12 Thaler from the Bishopric of Hildesheim is that it features a unique "Sede Vacante" design on the reverse side, which means "empty seat" in Latin. This design was used during the period when the bishopric was vacant, and it depicts a throne with a crown on it, but no bishop is present. This coin is a rare and interesting piece of history that collectors and numismatists find fascinating.