1 Thaler (Centenary of the Reformation) 1617 front 1 Thaler (Centenary of the Reformation) 1617 back
1 Thaler (Centenary of the Reformation) 1617 photo
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1 Thaler Centenary of the Reformation

1617 year
Silver 27.15 g 43 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Strasbourg (French States)
Period
Free city
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1617
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
27.15 g
Diameter
43 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#179000
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

10-line inscription.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ❖PRO❖ / RELIGIONIS· / CENTVM·ANTE· / ANNOS·DIVINITVS / RESTITVTÆ·MEMO / RIA·NOVIQVE·SECV / LI·FELICI·AVSPICIO / S·P·Q·ARGENTOR· / F·F·A·MDCXVII· / CAL·NOVEMB·

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the City of Strasbourg, issued in 1617 to commemorate the Centenary of the Reformation, features a unique design element - a small shield with the initials "S.D." (for "Soli Deo," or "To God Alone") above the coat of arms of Strasbourg. This shield was added to the coin's design to symbolize the city's commitment to the Protestant Reformation and its principles.