© Jesús Vico S.A.
© Jesús Vico S.A.
½ Thaler - John Ernest I and his seven brothers
| Silver | 14.40 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Weimar (German States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1608-1611 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1572-1740) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.40 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#181697 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The four younger sons of Duke John II: Johann Friedrich, Ernst, Friedrich Wilhelm and Bernhard. Half figures with coats and triple chains holding a chalice.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IO:FRIDERI:ERNEST9 FRID:WILHEL:BERNHAR:
LINEÆ·VINA〃〃RIENSIS·
16WA09
Engraver: Wolf Albrecht
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Weimar is that it features a unique design element - a crowned shield with the coats of arms of the seven brothers of John Ernest I, who ruled the duchy together. This distinctive feature sets the coin apart from other coins of the time and makes it a notable piece in numismatic collections.
