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1 Thaler - Ferdinand II Louis Eberhard
| Silver | 29.4 g | 42.5 mm |
| Issuer | County of Oettingen-Oettingen (Öttingen, German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Louis Eberhard (Ludwig Eberhardt) (1622-1634) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1625 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.4 g |
| Diameter | 42.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#47249 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Imperial double-headed horned eagle holding a sword, scepter and orb, within a circle. Legend (beginning 1h) for "Ferdinand II Romanorum Imperator Semper Augustus".
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERDINANDVS II ROM IMP SEM AVGVS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648). This conflict had a profound impact on the German States, including the County of Oettingen-Oettingen, where this coin was minted. Despite the challenges of war, the county was able to produce a coin that has stood the test of time and remains a valuable piece of numismatic history.
