© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
⅙ Thaler - Gustav Adolphus
1689 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Gustav Adolphus (Gustav Adolf) (1654-1695) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1689 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler = 8 Schilling |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#158848 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
5-line central inscription with denomination and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VI
EINEN
REICHS
THAL
1689
MONETA NOVA ARGENTEA
Comment
Dated 1689 but actually minted in 1692Interesting fact
The ⅙ Thaler coin from the Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow, minted in 1689 during the reign of Gustav Adolphus, features an error in its inscription. The Latin inscription on the coin reads "GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS DUX MECKLENBURGI," which translates to "Gustav Adolphus, Duke of Mecklenburg." However, the word "MECKLENBURGI" is misspelled, with the letter "B" appearing twice in a row. This error has been noted by numismatists and collectors, making the coin a unique and interesting piece of history.
