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1 Thaler - Christoph II
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | County of Mansfeld-Schraplau (German States) |
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Count | Christopher II (Christof II) (1558-1591) |
Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1585-1591 |
Value | 1 Thaler |
Currency | Thaler |
Composition | Silver |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#161064 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed imperial eagle, 24 inside orb on eagle's breast signifying a value of 24 groschen, date divided by necks of eagle
Script: Latin
Lettering: •RVDOL•II•D:G•RO•IM•SE•AVG•BM•
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 rule from 1585 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.