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1 Thaler

1624 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
City of Hildesheim (German States)
Period
Free city
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1624
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#158112
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast, titles of Ferdinand II around, date divided in legend at top.

Script: Latin

Comment

Mintmaster - Andreas Fricke

Interesting fact

The Hildesheim Thaler was first introduced in 1624 and was used as a standardized currency across the German States. It was made of silver and had a standardized weight and purity, which made it a reliable and trustworthy form of currency. The Hildesheim Thaler was also used as a model for other German States to create their own currencies, and it played an important role in the development of the German economy during the 17th century.