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1⁄24 Thaler - Marquard Sebastian Schenck of Stauffenberg
| Silver | 1.60 g | 20.8 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Bamberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Marquard Sebastian Schenk of Stauffenberg (1683-1693) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1684-1685 |
| Value | 1⁄24 Thaler = 1 Groschen |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.60 g |
| Diameter | 20.8 mm |
| Thickness | 0.70 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#84202 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Imperial Orb divides date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARQ.SEP.EP.RA.S.R.I.PR
1685
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Bishopric of Bamberg. The coin was minted in 1684-1685, during the reign of Marquard Sebastian Schenck of Stauffenberg, who was the Prince-Bishop of Bamberg at the time. This was a period of political and religious upheaval in the region, with tensions between the Catholic Church and Protestantism leading to conflicts and power struggles. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the time.