© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
⅔ Thaler - Christof Frederick and Jost Christian
1730 year| Silver | 12.95 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Jost Christian (1704-1739) Christopher Frederick (Christoph Friedrich) (1704-1738) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1730 |
| Value | ⅔ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.95 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#177132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
8-line inscription with year in chronogram, value 2/3 in oval below divides mintmaster's initials
Script: Latin
Lettering: WOHL / DENEN DIE / SEINE ZEVGNISSE / HALTEN DIE IHN / VON GANZEN HERZEN / SVCHEN / PS. CXIX. V. 2. /DEN. 25 IVNII.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in the County of Stolberg-Stolberg, which was known for its rich silver deposits and its patronage of the arts. The coin's design, which features the portraits of Christof Frederick and Jost Christian, reflects the influence of the Renaissance and Baroque styles that were popular during this period.
