Rappen - Leopold William of Austria ND
| Silver | 0.27 g | - |
| Issuer | Imperial abbeys of Murbach and Lüders (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-abbot | Leopold William of Austria (Leopold Wilhelm von Österreich) (1626-1662) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1632-1662 |
| Value | 1 Rappen (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.27 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#372994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Rappen coin featuring Leopold William of Austria is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the German States. The Thirty Years War had recently ended, and the region was still recovering from the devastation. Despite this, the coinage of the time remained consistent, with the Rappen denomination being a widely used coin for everyday transactions. The fact that this coin was made of silver also speaks to the value placed on precious metals during this time period.