1 Thaler 1581-1593 front 1 Thaler 1581-1593 back
1 Thaler 1581-1593 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Thaler

 
Silver 28.45 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Lüneburg (German States)
Period
Free city
Emperor
Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1581-1593
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.45 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#356688
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast with 3Z, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: RVDOL. II. IMP. AVG. P. F. DECRETO.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Thaler 1581-1593 from City of Lüneburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 28.45g is that it was used as a medium of exchange in trade and commerce during its time. It was a widely accepted coin in the region and was used to purchase goods and services. Its silver content also made it a valuable commodity, and it was often used as a store of value. Additionally, the coin's design and minting process were of high quality, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.