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6 Kreuzer/Sechser - Matthäus Lang von Wellenburg
| Silver | 2.6 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Matthew Lang of Wellenburg (Matthäus Lang von Wellenburg) (1519-1540) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1536-1540 |
| Value | 6 Kreuzers (0.1) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#73828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
St. Rupert standing with salt box at right hand and crozier at left hand, in inner circle, legend around, the mitre and the feet divide the legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S RVDBERTVS EPVS
Translation: Saint Rupert bishop
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letter "W" on the reverse side, which stands for the name of the bishop, Matthäus Lang von Wellenburg. This coin was minted during his reign as the Prince-Bishop of Salzburg from 1536 to 1540.
