© 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 | 14.90 g | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Magdeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Administrator | Joachim Frederick of Brandenburg (1566-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1594-1597 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.90 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#227539 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Broad 4-fold arms with central shield of Magdeburg divides date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARC(HIO). BRAN(DENBVRC). DVX. PRVS(S)(I).
Interesting 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 key, representing the spiritual and temporal powers of the archbishop. This blending of religious and secular motifs reflects the complex political and religious landscape of the German States during the late 16th century.
