½ Thaler - John Adolphus 1609-1612 front ½ Thaler - John Adolphus 1609-1612 back
½ Thaler - John Adolphus 1609-1612 photo
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½ Thaler - John Adolphus

 
Silver 14.43 g 34.70 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp (German States)
Duke
John Adolphus (Johann Adolf) (1587-1616)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1609-1612
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1560-1753)
Composition
Silver
Weight
14.43 g
Diameter
34.70 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#301092
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

5-fold arms with central shield, 3 helmets above, titles continued and date in legend.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The ½ Thaler coin from the Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp, minted during the reign of John Adolphus (1609-1612), features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the Gottorp line of the House of Oldenburg, surrounded by the motto "Fürchte Gott, Liebe Vaterland" (Fear God, Love Fatherland). This coin was made of silver and weighs 14.43 grams.