© Philip Coetzee
© Philip Coetzee
1 Körtling - Louis II
| Silver | 0.45 g | 13.5 mm |
| Issuer | Stolberg-Königstein (Counts of Königstein, German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Louis (1535-1574) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1568-1570 |
| Value | 1 Körtling = 1⁄84 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.45 g |
| Diameter | 13.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#171161 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
84 in orb, date split by cross.
Lettering:
15 69
1
84
N
Interesting fact
The 1 Körtling coin from Stolberg-Königstein featuring Louis II (1568-1570) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great change in the German States. The coin was issued during the Renaissance, a period of cultural and artistic rebirth, and features a unique design that reflects the aesthetics of the time. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time, and its weight of 0.45 grams makes it a notable example of coinage from this era.
