© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
½ Thaler - John William
1691 year| Silver | 14.26 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Jena (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John William (Johann Wilhelm) (1678-1690) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1691 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.26 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#287546 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
9-line inscription with R.N. date on tombstone, crown above inscription around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RECTOR ACADEMIÆ IENENSIS MAGNIFICENTISSIMVS
NATVS.
D.XXIIX.MARTI.
M.DC.LXXV.
DENATVS.
D.IV.NOVEMR
M.DC.LXXXX.
SEPVLTVS.
MENSE.FEBRV:
M.DC.XCI.
Comment
Interment of Johann Wilhelm IIIInteresting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Jena (German States) made of Silver weighing 14.26g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of John William, who was the Duke of Saxe-Jena from 1678 to 1707. This coin was issued to commemorate his 25th anniversary as the ruler of the duchy, and it features an image of him on one side and the coat of arms of Saxe-Jena on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and it provides a glimpse into the history and culture of the German States during the 17th century.
