© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler - Edzard II, Christoph and John ND
| Silver | 28.21 g | - |
| Issuer | County of East Frisia (East Frisia, German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Edzard II (1561-1599) John II (1561-1591) Christopher (Christoph) (1561-1566) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand I (1556-1564) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1563-1574 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.21 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#352307 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast, titles of Ferdinand I.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERDI * ROMA * IMPERA * SEM * AVGVS *
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great political and religious upheaval in the County of East Frisia. The coin was minted during the reign of Edzard II, Christoph, and John, who were all members of the Cirksena dynasty, which ruled the county from 1460 to 1744. During this time, the county was struggling with religious conflicts between Catholics and Protestants, as well as political tensions with neighboring regions. Despite these challenges, the county was able to maintain its independence and issue its own coins, such as this 1 Thaler coin, which was an important symbol of its economic and political power.
