© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
¼ Thaler - Christian Ernest I
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Wernigerode (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Christian Ernest (Christian Ernst) (1710-1771) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1724-1725 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#167203 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Manifold arms, 3 ornate helmets above, date divided among crests, mintmaster's initials divided below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DYNASTA. IN. EPST. MUNZ. BRAIB. AIGM. LOHRA. ET. KLETTENB.
Interesting fact
The ¼ Thaler coin from County of Stolberg-Wernigerode was minted during the reign of Christian Ernest I, who was the Count of Stolberg-Wernigerode from 1710 until his death in 1725. The coin features an image of the Count on one side and the coat of arms of the County on the other. It was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time, and was used for everyday transactions in the German States. Despite being a standard circulation coin, the ¼ Thaler coin from County of Stolberg-Wernigerode is now a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and the limited number of coins that were minted.
