¼ Thaler - John Ernest (Death of Eleonora Dorothea, Widow of William IV) 1665 front ¼ Thaler - John Ernest (Death of Eleonora Dorothea, Widow of William IV) 1665 back
¼ Thaler - John Ernest (Death of Eleonora Dorothea, Widow of William IV) 1665 photo
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¼ Thaler - John Ernest Death of Eleonora Dorothea, Widow of William IV

1665 year
Silver 7.13 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Weimar (German States)
Duke
John Ernest II (1662-1683)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1665
Value
¼ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1572-1740)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.13 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#312935
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Hands from clouds holding crown above heart inscribed JESUS

Lettering:
Christus ist mein Leben
Sterben ist mein Gewin
JESUS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of Eleonora Dorothea, the widow of William IV, who was the Duke of Saxe-Weimar. The coin features an image of John Ernest, the son of William IV and Eleonora Dorothea, on one side, and an image of Eleonora Dorothea on the other side. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its silver content makes it a popular choice among numismatists.