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© bjherbison (CC BY)
1 Stüber - Ernest William
1662 year| Silver | 1.1 g | 18.6 mm |
| Issuer | County of Bentheim-Steinfurt (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ernest William (Ernst Wilhelm) (1643-1693) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1662 |
| Value | 1 Stüber (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Diameter | 18.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#409913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bentheim arms in frame. Legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONE · NOVA · COM · BENTH · 1662 ·
Unabridged legend: Moneta nova comitatis bentheimensis
Translation: New coinage of the county of Bentheim.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Stüber coin from the County of Bentheim-Steinfurt, minted in 1662 during the reign of Ernest William, is an interesting piece of numismatic history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. The use of silver in coinage was a symbol of wealth and power, and it was not uncommon for coins of this era to be adulterated with other metals to increase their quantity. However, the 1 Stüber coin was made of pure silver, which speaks to the wealth and prestige of the County of Bentheim-Steinfurt during this time period.
