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1 Teston - Philip Moritz
Silver | 28 mm |
Issuer | County of Hanau-Münzenberg (German States) |
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Count | Philip Maurice (1612-1638) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1621-1622 |
Value | 1 Teston (⅙) |
Currency | Thaler |
Composition | Silver |
Diameter | 28 mm |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#198797 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned four-fold arms divide date.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Teston coin from County of Hanau-Münzenberg, made of silver, features an image of Philip Moritz, the Count of Hanau-Münzenberg, on one side, and the coat of arms of the county on the other. The coin was minted in 1621-1622, during Philip Moritz's reign, and was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States. It's interesting to note that the coin's design and the use of silver as the material were not only a reflection of the county's wealth and power but also a symbol of the count's authority and influence in the region.