½ Thaler - Bruno II (Death) 1615 front ½ Thaler - Bruno II (Death) 1615 back
½ Thaler - Bruno II (Death) 1615 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

½ Thaler - Bruno II Death

1615 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Mansfeld-Bornstedt (German States)
Count
Bruno II (1546-1615)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1615
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1531-1780)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#197914
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

8-line inscription with dates, 4 arms/orb in legend.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler - Bruno II (Death) 1615 from County of Mansfeld-Bornstedt (German States) made of Silver is that it features a unique and intricate design that showcases the coat of arms of the County of Mansfeld-Bornstedt on one side, and an image of Bruno II, the Count of Mansfeld-Bornstedt, on the other side. This coin was minted to commemorate the death of Bruno II in 1615, and its design was meant to symbolize the passing of power from one generation to the next. The use of silver in the coin's minting also adds to its value and historical significance, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.