© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
¼ Thaler - John George I, Christoph II and John Ernest
1568 year| Silver | 13.60 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Mansfeld-Eisleben (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1531-1579) Christopher II (Christof II) (1558-1591) John Ernest I (Johann Ernst I) (1531-1575) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1568 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1531-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.60 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#148179 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
2 adjacent shields, new Mansfeld on left, old Mansfeld on right, both with ornate helmets above, date above or between helmets (where present).
Script: Latin
Lettering: COMI(T). ET. D(OMI). I. M(ANSFE)(LT).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features three different rulers: John George I, Christoph II, and John Ernest. This is unusual because coins typically feature only one ruler or a single ruling family. The fact that this coin features three rulers suggests that it may have been issued during a time of political unity or cooperation between the different ruling families. Additionally, the fact that it is made of silver and weighs 13.60g suggests that it was a valuable and significant coin during its time.
