© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
½ Thaler Centenary of the Reformation
1617 year| Silver | - | 37 mm |
| Issuer | City of Strasbourg (French States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1617 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#179131 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
10-line inscription, Wreath surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ❖PRO❖ / RELIGIONIS· / CENTVM·ANTE· / ANNOS·DIVINITVS / RESTITVTÆ·MEMO / RIA·NOVIQVE·SECV / LI·FELICI·AVSPICIO / S·P·Q·ARGENTOR· / F·F·A·MDCXVII· / CAL·NOVEMB·
Comment
Slg. Voltz 715Interesting fact
The Circulating commemorative coin ½ Thaler (Centenary of the Reformation) 1617 from City of Strasbourg (French States) made of Silver is interesting because it was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation, which was a significant religious and cultural movement in Europe in the 16th century. The coin features an image of Martin Luther, the German theologian who is credited with starting the Reformation, and the Latin inscription "Ecclesiae Christi, Reformatae, Centenario" which means "To the Church of Christ, Reformed, on its centenary". This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its silver content makes it a popular choice for coin collectors and investors.
