1 Thaler 1556 front 1 Thaler 1556 back
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1 Thaler

1556 year
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
Year
1556
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1470-1706)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#309481
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAROLVS V ROMAN IMPE SEM AVGVS 1556 H G

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler 1556 from County of Stolberg (German States) made of Silver features an image of a crowned eagle on its obverse side, which symbolizes the power and authority of the Holy Roman Empire. The eagle is surrounded by a wreath of leaves and berries, adding to its ornate design. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin during its time and was an important part of the local economy.