1 Thaler - Christian I Louis 1669-1670 front 1 Thaler - Christian I Louis 1669-1670 back
1 Thaler - Christian I Louis 1669-1670 photo
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1 Thaler - Christian I Louis

 
Silver 28.59 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (German States)
Duke
Christian Louis I (Christian Ludwig I) (1658-1692)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1669-1670
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1701-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.59 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#268569
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NON EST MOR TALE QVOD OPT
1670

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin is that it features an image of Christian I Louis, the reigning duke at the time, on one side, and an image of the Mecklenburg coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great change in the region, as the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved and the German states were becoming more independent. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.