½ Thaler - Albert II (Siege of Schweinfurt) 1553 front ½ Thaler - Albert II (Siege of Schweinfurt) 1553 back
½ Thaler - Albert II (Siege of Schweinfurt) 1553 photo
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½ Thaler - Albert II Siege of Schweinfurt

1553 year
Silver 14.03 g -
Description
Issuer
Brandenburg-Franconia (German States)
Margrave
Albert II Alcibiades (Albrecht II Alcibiades) (1527-1557)
Period
Second Margrave War (1552-1555)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1553
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
14.03 g
Shape
Klippe (Diamond shaped Klippe)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#383483
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler - Albert II (Siege of Schweinfurt) 1553 from Brandenburg-Franconia (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Siege of Schweinfurt, which took place in 1553. The coin's design reflects this historical context, featuring an image of Albert II, the Margrave of Brandenburg-Franconia, on one side, and a depiction of the siege on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides a unique glimpse into the political and military events of the 16th century.