⅙ Thaler - John William
1692 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Sayn-Altenkirchen (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John William (Johann Wilhelm) (1686-1729) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1692 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1648-1803) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#424305 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
1/6 with date in angles in inner circle
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The ⅙ Thaler coin from the County of Sayn-Altenkirchen (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time when the region was experiencing significant political and economic changes. The coin was issued in 1692, during the reign of John William, who was the Count of Sayn-Altenkirchen from 1684 until his death in 1703. This was a period of great turmoil in Europe, with the ongoing War of the League of Augsburg and the Great Turkish War, which had a significant impact on trade and commerce. Despite these challenges, the County of Sayn-Altenkirchen was able to maintain its independence and economic stability, and the ⅙ Thaler coin remains a testament to the region's rich history and cultural heritage.
