© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
6 Thalers - Paris von Lodron Consecration
1628 year| Silver | 170.78 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Paris von Lodron (1619-1653) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1628 |
| Value | 6 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 170.78 g |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#359429 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Bishops carying a reliquary box within a beaded circle, transfer of the relicts of St. Rupert and St. Virgil on 24 September 1628. Legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SS : RVPERTVS • ET • VIRGILIVS • PATRONI • TRANSFERVNTVR • 24 SEPT :
Translation: Saints Rupert and Virgilius patrons were transferred on 24. September
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the consecration of Paris von Lodron as the Bishop of Salzburg in 1628. The coin's design features an image of von Lodron on one side and the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Salzburg on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting adds to its value and historical significance, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
