© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
½ Thaler - Joachim Frederick of Brandenburg
| Silver | 14.27 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Administrator | Joachim Frederick of Brandenburg (1566-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1591-1598 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.27 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#227536 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
13-fold arms with central shield of Magdeburg divides date, 3 helmets above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARC. BRAN - DVX PRVSSI.
Comment
Münzmeister GM - Georg MeinhardInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the Archbishopric of Magdeburg is that it features a unique combination of religious and secular symbols. On one side, the coin bears the image of Joachim Frederick, the ruling margrave of Brandenburg, while on the other side, it features the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Magdeburg, which includes a cross and a crown. This blending of religious and secular imagery reflects the complex political and religious landscape of the German States during the late 16th century.
