© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Dreier - John George II
1634 year| Silver | 0.79 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Mansfeld-Eisleben (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John George II (Hans Georg II) (1619-1647) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1634 |
| Value | 1 Dreier = 3 Pfennig (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Thaler (1531-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.79 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#150497 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Small imperial orb with 3 divides mintmaster's initials in ornamented rhombus.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Dreier coin from County of Mansfeld-Eisleben (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1634, during the Thirty Years' War, which had a profound impact on the German states and the Holy Roman Empire. The war caused widespread devastation, disrupted trade, and led to a significant increase in inflation, which in turn led to the debasement of many coinages, including the Dreier. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of the time.