½ Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1577-1585 front ½ Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1577-1585 back
½ Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1577-1585 photo
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½ Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest

 
Silver - 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach (German States)
Duke
John Casimir (1572-1633) John Ernest (1572-1638)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1577-1585
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1572-1638)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#147255
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Shield of 9-fold arms, with central shield of ducal Saxony, 3 ornate helmets above.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LANT. THVR. E. MAR. MIS. MONE. IMPE(R)(I).

Comment

KOR 21

Interesting fact

The ½ Thaler coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach, minted between 1577 and 1585, features a unique design element - a stylized portrait of the two dukes, John Casimir and John Ernest, on the obverse side. This coin was made of silver and was a standard circulation coin during its time, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.