© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Thaler - Christoph II
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Mansfeld-Schraplau (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Christopher II (Christof II) (1558-1591) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1580-1591 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#161059 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed imperial eagle, 24 inside orb on eagle's breast signifying a value of 24 groschen, date at the end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: CG:RVDOL:II:DEI:GRA:ROMA:IM:SEM:AV:81
Translation: Rudolph II by the Grace of God Emperor of the Romans
Comment
Christoph II was the Earl of Mansfeld-Schraplau; Rudolph II was the Holy Roman Emperor.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from County of Mansfeld-Schraplau is that it features an image of Christoph II, the Count of Mansfeld-Schraplau, on one side, and the coat of arms of the county on the other. This coin was minted during Christoph's reign from 1580 to 1591 and was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States. The use of silver in the coin's minting process adds to its historical significance and value as a collector's item.
