© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
¼ Thaler - Christoph II
1583 year| Silver | 7.15 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Mansfeld-Schraplau (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Christopher II (Christof II) (1558-1591) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1583 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.15 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#161061 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed imperial eagle, 6 inside orb on eagle's breast signifying a value of 6 groschen, date at the end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: BM•RVD•II•D•G•RO•IM•S•A•83
Translation: Rudolph II by the Grace of God Emperor of the Romans
Comment
Christoph II was the Earl of Mansfeld-Schraplau; Rudolph II was the Holy Roman Emperor.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Thaler coin from County of Mansfeld-Schraplau is that it features an image of Christoph II, the Count of Mansfeld-Schraplau, on one side, and the coat of arms of the county on the other. This coin was minted in 1583 and was made of silver, weighing 7.15 grams. It was a standard circulation coin during its time and was used for everyday transactions.
