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Thaler - Robert of Lenoncourt
1551 year| Silver | 28.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Metz (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Robert of Lenoncourt (1551-1555) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1551 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1500-) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#334329 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Stephen with disc-shaped halo, kneeling left, flanked by two shields of Lenoncourt, within beaded inner circle. Legend ends with hand of God blessing Stephen.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · SANCTVS · STEPHANVS · METENSIS
Translation: Saint Stephen of Metz.
Comment
From a numismatic viewpoint, Robert was much more active than his several predecessors, striking coins at Vic-sur-Seille in 1551-1552, and later in Metz .Interesting fact
The Thaler - Robert of Lenoncourt 1551 from Bishopric of Metz (French States) is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.
