German Thaler silver coin, double-headed eagle, Ferdinand III, 1652, PCGS MS62.

Solely authenticated by PCGS. 1652 Regensburg Thaler silver coin

Regensburg (Regensburg) was a free city of the Holy Roman Empire and was an important commercial and political centre at the time.
Thaler silver coin were large silver coins that circulated widely in 17th century Europe and were used in trade and international transactions.
This coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand III. and reflects the influence of the Holy Roman Empire.

Surface (obverse).

Symbol of the Holy Roman Empire.double-headed eagle (symbol of heraldry)is inscribed in the centre, which houses the portrait of Emperor Ferdinand III (reigned 1637-1657).
The double-headed eagle symbolises the unity and authority of the Empire and shows the influence of the Holy Roman Empire during the reign of Ferdinand III.
Engraving around the perimeter: 'FERDINANDVS III D G ROMAN IMP SEMP AVG' =. 'By the Grace of God, Holy Roman Emperor Ferdinand III, Augustus the Eternal'.

Reverse (reverse)

The coat of arms of the city of Regensburg.Two intersecting keys and a bishop's staff.is depicted.
This design may indicate that Regensburg had close ties with the Catholic Church and played an important role as a religious city.
Engraving around the perimeter: 'MONETA REIPVBLICAE RATISPONENSIS 1652' =. 'Coins of the Regensburg Republic, 1652'.