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⅔ Thaler - Anthony Günther II
| Silver | - | 38 mm |
| Issuer | County of Schwarzburg-Sondershausen (Schwarzburg-Sondershausen, German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Anthony Günther II (Anton Günther II) (1666-1681) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1676-1678 |
| Value | ⅔ Thaler = ⅔ Thaler = 1 Gulden |
| Currency | Thaler (1619-1696) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#304673 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with concave sides of Schwarzburg lion arms over fork and comb, supported by wildman and woman holding pennants, date above, value 2/3 in oval below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COM: DE. SCHWARTZ. - ET HONSTEIN.
Interesting fact
The ⅔ Thaler coin from County of Schwarzburg-Sondershausen, issued during the reign of Anthony Günther II (1676-1678), features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a depiction of the County's coat of arms, which consists of a shield with nine pips (six above three) and a crown above it. This design was used to symbolize the County's independence and sovereignty.