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© Sincona AG
⅓ Thaler - Frederick Botho and Charles Louis
| Silver (.833) | 6.82 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Frederick Botho (Friedrich Botho) (1739-1768) Charles Louis (Karl Ludwig) (1761-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1764-1766 |
| Value | ⅓ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 6.82 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#166005 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Stag left in front of column with S in base in inner circle; mintmaster's initial in exergue, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .XL. EINE FEINE MARCK NACH DEM CONV. FUSS.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe, particularly in the German States. The coin was minted in 1764-1766, a period when many German states were undergoing significant political and economic changes, including the dissolution of the Holy Roman Empire and the rise of new territorial states. Despite these changes, the coin still features the traditional imagery of the ruling counts, Frederick Botho and Charles Louis, on one side, and the coat of arms of the County of Stolberg-Stolberg on the other. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of the complex history and cultural heritage of the region during this time.
