½ Schilling - Anthony Günter ND (1612-1619) front ½ Schilling - Anthony Günter ND (1612-1619) back
½ Schilling - Anthony Günter ND (1612-1619) photo
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½ Schilling - Anthony Günter ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Oldenburg (German States)
Count
Anthony Günther (Anton Günther) (1603-1667)
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1612-1619
Value
½ Schilling (1⁄18)
Currency
Thaler (1535-1773)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#339161
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast, titles of Matthias

Script: Latin

Lettering: MATH · I · D · G · ROMA · IMPER · SEM · AV

Unabridged legend: MATHIAS I DEI GRATIA ROMANORUM IMPERATOR SEMPER AUGUSTUS

Translation: Mathias I, by God's grace ever exalted Emperor of the Romans

Interesting fact

The ½ Schilling coin from the County of Oldenburg, made of silver, is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Anthony Günter, who was the Count of Oldenburg from 1612 to 1619. This coin was part of a series of coins that were minted during his rule, and it features an image of him on one side and the Oldenburg coat of arms on the other. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of silver, which was a valuable material at the time, reflect the wealth and power of the County of Oldenburg during this period.