½ Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1612-1619 front ½ Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1612-1619 back
½ Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1612-1619 photo
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½ Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest

 
Silver - 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach (German States)
Duke
John Casimir (1572-1633) John Ernest (1572-1638)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1612-1619
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1572-1638)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#147286
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Knight on horseback to left in circle, date divided at front and rear of horse, 13 small shields of arms around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LANDG. THV. MAR. MIS. COM. MAR. ET. RAVENS. DN. IN. RA(V).

Comment

KOR 161a

Interesting fact

The ½ Thaler coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach, minted between 1612 and 1619, features a unique design element - a crowned shield with the coats of arms of the two ruling dukes, John Casimir and John Ernest, on either side of the shield. This design symbolizes the joint rule of the two dukes and highlights the importance of their cooperation in governing the duchy.