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1 Thaler

1568 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
City of Lüneburg (German States)
Period
Free city
Emperor
Maximilian II (1564-1576)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1568
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#114724
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast with 'Z7/6' in 2 lines.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MAXIMILIANVS. II. (D.G.) ROMA. IMP. SE(M). AVG.

Interesting fact

The obverse of the coin features the coat of arms of the City of Lüneburg, which includes a shield with a crescent moon and a star, surrounded by two lions. This design was used on many coins issued by the city during the 16th century.