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¾ Thaler - Ferdinand of Bayern
| Issuer | Bishopric of Münster |
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| Year | 1647 |
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| Engraver(s) | Engelbert Ketteler |
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| Obverse description | Central field depicts the Adoration of the Magi in high relief, rendered in a detailed late-Renaissance style: the Virgin Mary is seated at left cradling the infant Jesus, while the three Magi approach from the right bearing gifts, set within a stable interior with a star above. The scene is enclosed within a raised inner border separating it from the surrounding legend. The circular German-language legend, read in Gothic script, runs along the outer rim and references the Gospel of John, chapter 1. |
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| Obverse lettering | UND DAS WORT IST FLEISCH WORDEN . JOH AM · 1 |
| Reverse description | Central field presents the Circumcision of Jesus in high relief, depicting the infant Christ attended by the Virgin Mary and a priestly figure performing the rite, set within a columned interior suggesting a temple setting. A haloed figure stands to the left, and additional attendants are visible in the background, conveying a solemn ceremonial atmosphere in late-Renaissance style. The scene is framed by a raised inner border. The surrounding circular legend, rendered in Gothic script, quotes the Gospel of Luke, chapter 2, referring to the naming of Jesus. |
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