© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
⅙ Thaler - Henry XI
1757 year| Silver | 3.88 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Reuss-Obergreiz (Reuss-Greiz, German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Henry XI (Heinrich XI) (1723-1768) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1757 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1660-1778) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.88 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#150586 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value, date in wreath.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅙ Thaler - Henry XI 1757 from County of Reuss-Obergreiz (Reuss-Greiz, German States) coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols and letters on its reverse side. The coin's reverse features a crowned shield with the letters "H" and "XI" on either side, representing the name and title of Henry XI, the Count of Reuss-Obergreiz. Below the shield, the coin bears the Latin inscription "VIRTUS NON STATUS" which translates to "Virtue, not status" in English. This inscription suggests that the coin's designer wanted to emphasize the importance of personal virtue and character over social status or wealth. This design element sets the coin apart from other coins of the time and adds to its historical and cultural significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1757 ICE | 1014 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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