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1 Thaler

 
Silver 27.5 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1620-1637
Value
1 Thaler = 32 Schillinge
Currency
Thaler (1552-1674)
Composition
Silver
Weight
27.5 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#99893
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with imperial orb containing the denomination on its chest.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FERDINANDUS.II:D:G:ROM:IMP:A:AU:

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Thaler 1620-1637 from Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 27.5g is that it was used as a medium of exchange in the Hamburg region during the 17th century. It was a widely accepted coin and was used for various transactions, including trade with other European countries. The coin's design features the coat of arms of Hamburg on one side and the image of a crowned lion on the other, symbolizing the city's wealth and power. Despite being over 400 years old, some of these coins are still in circulation among collectors and historians, serving as a testament to the rich history of Hamburg and its role in European trade and commerce.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1634  - - - - - -

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