Obverse © Moineau 25 (CC BY-SA)
Obverse © Moineau 25 (CC BY-SA)
⅙ Thaler - John William
1711 year| Silver | 3.48 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Jülich-Berg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John William II (Johann Wilhelm II) (1679-1716) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1711 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1423-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.48 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#161295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Double-headed eagle with two shields on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN . PR .S ET FR .I.PROV ET VICARIUS 1711
Edge
Maclee
Interesting fact
The ⅙ Thaler coin from the Duchy of Jülich-Berg, minted in 1711 during the reign of John William, features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical depiction of a coat of arms or other symbol of the ruling family, this coin bears an image of a mythical creature known as the "Bergischer Löwe" or "Jülicher Löwe," which is a lion with a crown on its head and a scepter in its paw. This design was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the ruling dynasty, and it sets this coin apart from other coins of the time.
