⅔ Thaler - Christian 1682 front ⅔ Thaler - Christian 1682 back
⅔ Thaler - Christian 1682 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

⅔ Thaler - Christian

1682 year
Silver 19.27 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Eisenberg (German States)
Duke
Christian (1675-1707)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1682
Value
⅔ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
19.27 g
Diameter
37 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#131446
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Heart on altar, arms from clouds above hold shield and palm branch, inscription curved in band at top, value 2/3 in oval at bottom, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NACH DEM OBER-SACH — CREYS SCHLUS
DEO PROTECTORI MEO

Comment

Gräßler/Walde 11

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅔ Thaler - Christian 1682 from Duchy of Saxe-Eisenberg (German States) coin is that it features a unique blend of religious and political symbolism. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Christian, the reigning duke at the time, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the House of Wettin, which was the ruling dynasty of Saxony. Additionally, the coin's design includes several religious symbols, such as a cross and a crescent moon, which reflects the religious diversity of the region during that time period. This blend of religious and political symbolism makes the coin a fascinating piece of history and a valuable collector's item.