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⅓ Thaler - Charles Louis and Henry Christian Frederick
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) and County of Stolberg-Rossla |
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Count | Charles Louis (Karl Ludwig) (1761-1803) Henry Christian Frederick (1768-1803) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1768-1790 |
Value | ⅓ Thaler |
Currency | Thaler |
Composition | Silver |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#169505 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Stag left before column.
Script: Latin
Engraver: Ernst Friedrich Rupstein
Designer: Ernst Friedrich Rupstein
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe, particularly in the German States. The coin was minted in the late 18th century, a time of Enlightenment and revolution, and features the profiles of two rulers, Charles Louis and Henry Christian Frederick, who ruled the County of Stolberg-Stolberg and the County of Stolberg-Rossla, respectively. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of the complex political landscape of Europe during this time period.