1 Thaler - Christoph II, John Albert I and Bruno II 1566-1571 front 1 Thaler - Christoph II, John Albert I and Bruno II 1566-1571 back
1 Thaler - Christoph II, John Albert I and Bruno II 1566-1571 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

1 Thaler - Christoph II, John Albert I and Bruno II

 
Silver 28.6 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Mansfeld-Schraplau (German States)
Count
Christopher II (Christof II) (1558-1591) John Albert VI (Johann Albrecht VI) (1531-1586) Bruno II (1546-1615)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1566-1571
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.6 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#358046
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

2 adjacent shields, new Mansfeld on left, old Mansfeld on right, both with ornate helmets above, shields divide date (where present).

Script: Latin

Lettering:
COMI(TES). ET. DOMI(NI). I(N). MANS(FELT).
S

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique triple-portrait design, depicting three members of the Mansfeld-Schraplau royal family: Christoph II, John Albert I, and Bruno II. This distinctive design was used to symbolize the unity and power of the three rulers, who jointly governed the county during a time of political and religious upheaval in the 16th century.