© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K., Auction 63, Lot 1256
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K., Auction 63, Lot 1256
1 Thaler - Christian Ernest
1664 year| Silver | 28.6 g | 46 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Christian Ernest (Christian Ernst) (1655-1712) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1664 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.6 g |
| Diameter | 46 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#227300 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Sun and moon with rays with double legend surrounding, boarder of 19 coat of arms surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CUM.SOLE.REBELLANTE.LUNA.PUGNO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Christian Ernest 1664 coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process and was believed to have been used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was said to be the exact size of a specific type of needle, and if the needle fit perfectly into the hole, the coin was deemed genuine. This feature is a distinct characteristic of this particular coin and sets it apart from other coins of the time.
