⅔ Thaler - John Hugh 1690-1691 front ⅔ Thaler - John Hugh 1690-1691 back
⅔ Thaler - John Hugh 1690-1691 photo
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⅔ Thaler - John Hugh

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Trier (German States)
Prince-archbishop
John Hugh of Orsbeck (Johann Hugo von Orsbeck) (1676-1711)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1690-1691
Value
⅔ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#422346
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crest with value as fraction below and mint official's mark above separated by two crossing ingot hooks, on either side legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONET·NOVA·TRE VIRENSIS· ANNI 1690 C x L
(2/3)

Interesting fact

The ⅔ Thaler coin was minted during the reign of John Hugh, who was the Archbishop of Trier from 1690 to 1691. It's made of silver and features an image of the Archbishop on one side, and the coat of arms of the Archbishopric on the other. What's interesting about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe, particularly in the German States. The coin's design and the materials used to make it reflect the values and wealth of the time, and it's a fascinating piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political climate of the era.