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1 Thaler

1616 year
Silver 28.99 g -
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Aachen (German States)
Period
Free city (1166-1801)
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1616
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#266863
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast, titles of Matthias in legend

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Free Imperial City of Aachen (German States) made of Silver weighing 28.99g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648), a devastating conflict in Europe that lasted for three decades. Despite the war, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used as a medium of exchange, showcasing the resilience of the economy during that time.