© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
1 Thaler
| Silver | 28.40 g | - |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Lübeck (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1226-1811,1815-1937) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1549-1555 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.40 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#114432 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Figure of St. John the Baptist holding lamb, shield of city arms below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CIVITATIS* / IMPERIAL(I)S
Comment
Slg. Dummler 163Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Thaler 1549-1555 from Free Hanseatic city of Lübeck (German States) made of Silver weighing 28.40 g is that it features a unique design that reflects the city's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts the city's coat of arms, which includes a shield with a hanseatic cross, a symbol of the city's membership in the Hanseatic League, a powerful trading confederation that dominated trade in the Baltic Sea region during the Middle Ages. The reverse side of the coin features a image of Saint Anne, the patron saint of Lübeck, surrounded by intricate details and patterns that showcase the craftsmanship of the coin's designer. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item that offers a glimpse into the rich history and cultural heritage of Lübeck during the 16th century.
