© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
½ Thaler - John George, Peter Ernest, John Albert, John Hoyer and Bruno
1579 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Mansfeld-Eisleben (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John George I (Hans Georg I) (1531-1579) Peter Ernest I (Peter Ernst I) (1531-1604) John Albert VI (Johann Albrecht VI) (1531-1586) John Hoyer II (Johann Hoyer II) (1531-1585) Bruno II (1546-1615) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1579 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1531-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#148933 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. George on horse to right slaying dragon below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COMITES. E. DOM. IN. MANS. NOBI. DOM. IN. HELD.
Unabridged legend: Comites Et Domini In Mansfelfd Nobiles Domini In Heldrunga
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the County of Mansfeld-Eisleben is that it features a unique combination of five different rulers on its obverse side. The coin was issued during a time of political turmoil in the region, and the inclusion of multiple rulers on the coin may have been a way to symbolize the unity and cooperation of the different territories under their rule. This coin is a rare example of a multi-ruler coin and is highly sought after by collectors.
