© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
¼ Thaler - Louis II, Henry XXI, Albert George, Christoph I and Wolf Ernest
1572 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Louis (1538-1574) Henry XXI (1538-1572) Albert George (Albrecht Georg) (1538-1587) Christopher I (Christoph I) (1538-1581) Wolf Ernest (Wolf Ernst) (1572-1606) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1572 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1470-1706) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#179504 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imperial orb above 8-fold arms, titles continued.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features five different rulers, which is a unique feature among coins. The five rulers are Louis II, Henry XXI, Albert George, Christoph I, and Wolf Ernest, who were all members of the House of Stolberg, a noble family that ruled the County of Stolberg in Germany. This coin was minted in 1572 and made of silver, which was a common material for coins at that time.
