½ Thaler - Charles Adam 1655-1660 front ½ Thaler - Charles Adam 1655-1660 back
½ Thaler - Charles Adam 1655-1660 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

½ Thaler - Charles Adam

 
Silver 14.65 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Mansfeld-Bornstedt (German States)
Count
Charles Adam (Karl Adam) (1638-1662)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1655-1660
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1531-1780)
Composition
Silver
Weight
14.65 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#198087
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. George slaying dragon, imperial orb above horse's head.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the County of Mansfeld-Bornstedt is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the County, which is surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. This design was a symbol of the region's independence and sovereignty, and it was only used on coins minted during the reign of Charles Adam, the Count of Mansfeld-Bornstedt, from 1655 to 1660.