1 Thaler 1628-1630 front 1 Thaler 1628-1630 back
1 Thaler 1628-1630 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Thaler

 
Silver 28.48 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Stralsund (German States)
Period
Free city
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1628-1630
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.48 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#277551
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, 3Z in orb on breast, date divided by tail

Script: Latin

Lettering: FERDINANDVS. II. D. G. ROM. IMP. SEM. AVG.

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from Stralsund features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin to signify its authenticity and value. The practice of drilling holes in coins was common in medieval Europe, as it was believed that the hole would make the coin more difficult to counterfeit. This feature makes the Stralsund 1 Thaler coin stand out from other coins of its time and adds to its historical significance.