1 Dreier - Wolrad IV, Philip VII and John II 1638 front 1 Dreier - Wolrad IV, Philip VII and John II 1638 back
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1 Dreier - Wolrad IV, Philip VII and John II

1638 year
Copper 1.44 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Waldeck (German States)
Count
Volrad IV (Volrath IV) (1588-1640) Philip VII (Philipp VII) (1637-1645) John II (Johann II) (1637-1668)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1638
Value
3 Pfennig = 1 Dreier (1⁄96)
Currency
Thaler (1538-1711)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.44 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#201220
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

"III" in center, legend (or variant) and date around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: WALDE LANTMV 16 [Leaf] 38

Interesting fact

The 1 Dreier coin from the County of Waldeck (German States) featuring Wolrad IV, Philip VII, and John II, minted in 1638, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of copper and weighs 1.44 grams, which is relatively light for a coin of its size. Despite its age, some of these coins have been well-preserved and can still be found in good condition, making them highly sought after by collectors and historians.