⅔ Thaler - Francis Maximilian and Henry Francis 1665-1676 front ⅔ Thaler - Francis Maximilian and Henry Francis 1665-1676 back
⅔ Thaler - Francis Maximilian and Henry Francis 1665-1676 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

⅔ Thaler - Francis Maximilian and Henry Francis

 
Silver 18.94 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Mansfeld-Bornstedt (German States)
Count
Francis Maximilian (Franz Maximilian) (1662-1717) Henry Francis (Heinrich Franz) (1662-1715)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1665-1676
Value
⅔ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1531-1780)
Composition
Silver
Weight
18.94 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#198093
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

4-fold arms divide mintmaster's initials crown above divides date.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique double portrait of Francis Maximilian and Henry Francis, the two ruling counts of Mansfeld-Bornstedt, on the obverse side. This double portrait design was a rare feature in coins during that time period and adds to the coin's historical significance and collectible value.