© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler
1553 year| Silver | 28.76 g | - |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1553 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1552-1674) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.76 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#354935 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Madonna and child, ornate shield with nettleleaf below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIAT * MIHI * SEC VDV * VERB * TVV *
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 28.76g has a unique feature. It has a hole in the center, which was intentionally made by the mint to allow the coin to be worn as a pendant or amulet. This was a common practice during that time, and it added an extra layer of functionality and value to the coin.
