© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
⅔ Thaler - August Frederick
| Silver | 16.93 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Lübeck (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | August Frederick of Holstein-Gottorp (August Friedrich von Holstein-Gottorf) (1666-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1678-1688 |
| Value | ⅔ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.93 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271394 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned Spanish shield of 7-fold arms, with central shield of Lübeck cross, superimposed on crossed sword and crozier, between 2 palm branches, date at end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEO SORSQ. SALVSQ. MEA. 1678
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The Bishopric of Lübeck was a powerful and influential state in the region, and the coinage issued during this period reflects the economic and political shifts that were taking place. The ⅔ Thaler coin, in particular, was a significant denomination and was widely used in trade and commerce. Its silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its authenticity and value, making it a reliable and trustworthy form of currency.
