© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Thaler - Ernest VI and Frederick Christoph
1579 year| Silver | 28.92 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Mansfeld-Hinterort (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ernest VI (Ernst VI) (1578-1609) Frederick Christopher (1578-1631) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1579 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1474-1666) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.92 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#358362 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. George on horse to right, slaying dragon below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOLPHVS. II. D. G. ROMA. IMPE. SEM. A.P.F.D.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from County of Mansfeld-Hinterort is that it features a unique combination of two rulers, Ernest VI and Frederick Christoph, who jointly ruled the county from 1579 to 1588. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was issued during their joint reign, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in German history and coinage.
