½ Thaler - Günther XLI and John Günther ND (1552-1569) front ½ Thaler - Günther XLI and John Günther ND (1552-1569) back
½ Thaler - Günther XLI and John Günther ND (1552-1569) photo
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½ Thaler - Günther XLI and John Günther ND

 
Silver 14.3 g 35.5 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Schwarzburg (German States)
Count
Günther XLI (1552-1583) John Günther I (1552-1571)
Emperor
Maximilian II (1564-1576)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1552-1569
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
14.3 g
Diameter
35.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#311166
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with orb on breast, in circle

Script: Latin

Lettering: MAXIMILIAN(VS). II. D:G: (ROM). IMP. SE. A(VG): (PF:D.).

Interesting fact

The Günther XLI and John Günther ½ Thaler coin from the County of Schwarzburg (German States) is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic change in the region. The coin was minted during the reign of Günther XLI and John Günther, who were both influential figures in the region's politics and economy. The coin's silver content and weight of 14.3 grams also make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.