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1 Thaler - Anthony Günter ND
1603 year| Silver | 29.6 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Oldenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Anthony Günther (Anton Günther) (1603-1667) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1603 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1535-1773) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.6 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#338882 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Double helmeted arms
Script: Latin
Lettering: ET. DELMENH. DOM. IN. IEVER. ET. KN
Translation: ...and Delmenhorst, Lord of Jever and Kniphausen
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the County of Oldenburg, issued during the reign of Anthony Günter in 1603, features an unusual design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin to signify its authenticity and value. At the time, it was believed that only genuine silver coins would have a distinctive ring when struck, and the hole helped to prove that the coin was indeed made of pure silver. This unique feature makes the 1 Thaler coin from Oldenburg a distinctive and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
