1 Thaler 1574 front 1 Thaler 1574 back
1 Thaler 1574 photo
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1 Thaler

1574 year
Silver 28.99 g -
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Aachen (German States)
Period
Free city (1166-1801)
Emperor
Maximilian II (1564-1576)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1574
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1504-1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.99 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#266859
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast, titles of Maximilian II in legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: MAXIMIL II ROMAN CAESAR AVGVS

Comment

Not known to any catalogs. Later added to Krumbach.
Only appeared once at an auction: Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag Auction 28 Lot 620

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Free Imperial City of Aachen, minted in 1574, features an intricate design on its reverse side, showcasing the city's coat of arms, which includes a golden lion and a silver griffin, symbolizing the city's wealth and power.