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© Emporium Hamburg
1⁄28 Thaler - Theodore Adolphus of Recke
| Billon (.417 silver) | 2.051 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Theodore Adolphus of Recke (Theodor Adolf von der Recke) (1650-1661) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1653-1655 |
| Value | 1⁄28 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon (.417 silver) |
| Weight | 2.051 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#180457 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Half-length facing figure of St. Liborius holding crozier, value 28 in exergue, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S. LIBO(RI). PAT(R). PAD(E)(RB).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Bishopric of Paderborn. Theodore Adolphus of Recke was the bishop during this time and his rule was marked by conflicts with the local nobility and the Protestant Reformation. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the bishopric continued to be minted, including this 1/28 Thaler coin, which was used for everyday transactions.
