Bishopric of Salzburg 6 Kreuzer/Sechser - Matthäus Lang von Wellenburg, 1536 – 1540

6 Kreuzers from Bishopric of Salzburg. Issued from 1536 to 1540. Struck in Silver. Measures 23 mm and weighs 2.6 g.

Obverse

A large cross pattée divides the coin in 4 sectors. In an inner circle, 4 shields alternate with arms of Salzburg and of the Archbishop. Legend divided in 4 parts. (Arcbishop of Salzburg)

Reverse

St. Rupert standing with salt box at right hand and crozier at left hand, in inner circle, legend around, the mitre and the feet divide the legend. (Saint Rupert bishop)