⅓ Thaler - Christoph Louis and Frederick Botho
1757 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Christopher Louis II (Christoph Ludwig II) (1738-1761) Frederick Botho (Friedrich Botho) (1739-1768) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1757 |
| Value | ⅓ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#344310 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Stag left in front of column.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The ⅓ Thaler coin from the County of Stolberg-Stolberg, minted in 1757, features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin to signify its authenticity and value. The practice of drilling holes in coins was common in the German States during that time period, and it served as a way to prevent counterfeiting. The hole also made it easier for people to thread the coin onto a string or chain, allowing them to wear it as a pendant or amulet. This feature adds an extra layer of historical and cultural significance to an already valuable and collectible coin.
