1 Thaler 1555-1558 front 1 Thaler 1555-1558 back
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1 Thaler

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Stolberg (German States)
Count
Louis (1538-1574) Henry XXI (1538-1572) Albert George (Albrecht Georg) (1538-1587) Christopher I (Christoph I) (1538-1581)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1555-1558
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1470-1706)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#309480
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast, titles of Karl V, date

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the County of Stolberg (German States) made of Silver has a unique feature. It has a hexagonal shape, unlike most coins which are round in shape. This hexagonal shape was chosen to make the coin easier to stack and store, and it also made it harder for people to manipulate or alter the coin's weight or value. This unique feature has made the coin a popular collector's item among numismatists.