¼ Thaler - John VI, George, Christoph, Anthony I 1538 front ¼ Thaler - John VI, George, Christoph, Anthony I 1538 back
¼ Thaler - John VI, George, Christoph, Anthony I 1538 photo
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¼ Thaler - John VI, George, Christoph, Anthony I

1538 year
Silver 7.04 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Oldenburg (German States)
Count
John VI (1526-1529) George (Georg) (1526-1529) Christopher (Christoph) (1526-1566) Anthony I (Anton I) (1526-1573)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1538
Value
¼ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1535-1773)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.04 g
Diameter
31 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#338679
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ornately shaped 4-fold arms of Oldenburg-Delmenhorst

Script: Latin

Lettering: FRS'. COMITES. DE. OLDENB'. Z. DEL.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of four different rulers on its obverse side. The coin was issued during a time when the County of Oldenburg was ruled by a council of four princes, who were all represented on the coin: John VI, George, Christoph, and Anthony I. This rare combination of multiple rulers on a single coin makes it a valuable and interesting piece for collectors.