1 Ciffert - Edzard II and John 1568-1572 front 1 Ciffert - Edzard II and John 1568-1572 back
1 Ciffert - Edzard II and John 1568-1572 photo
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1 Ciffert - Edzard II and John

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of East Frisia (East Frisia, German States)
Count
Edzard II (1561-1599) John II (1561-1591)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1568-1572
Value
1 Ciffert (1⁄60)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#352400
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Imperial orb with I/60 superimposed on cross with anchor ends.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DA ⨍ I ⨍ A ⨍ DO ⨍ IN ⨍ DI ⨍ E ⨍ NO
I
60

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ciffert coin from East Frisia is that it features a unique double portrait of its rulers, Edzard II and John, who ruled the county together from 1568 to 1572. This double portrait design was a rare feature in coins of that time period and adds to the coin's historical significance and collectible value.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1568  65637 - - - - - -
1572  206822 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Ciffert - Edzard II and John 1568-1572 coin.