½ Thaler - Bruno II, William I, John George IV and Volrath VI 1606-1615 front ½ Thaler - Bruno II, William I, John George IV and Volrath VI 1606-1615 back
½ Thaler - Bruno II, William I, John George IV and Volrath VI 1606-1615 photo
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½ Thaler - Bruno II, William I, John George IV and Volrath VI

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Mansfeld-Bornstedt (German States)
Count
Bruno II (1546-1615) William I (Wilhelm I) (1586-1615) John George IV (Hans Georg IV) (1585-1615) Volrad VI (Volrath VI) (1585-1615)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1606-1615
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1531-1780)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#197575
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Saint George slaying the dragon, orb at upper right.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features four different rulers, which is a unique feature among coins. The coin was issued during a time of political turmoil in the region, and the inclusion of multiple rulers on the coin may have been a way to symbolize unity and stability.