1 Thaler - Gebhard VII, John George I and Peter Ernest I 1557-1558 front 1 Thaler - Gebhard VII, John George I and Peter Ernest I 1557-1558 back
1 Thaler - Gebhard VII, John George I and Peter Ernest I 1557-1558 photo
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1 Thaler - Gebhard VII, John George I and Peter Ernest I

 
Silver 27.8 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Mansfeld-Schraplau (German States)
Count
Gebhard VII (1486-1558) John George I (Hans Georg I) (1531-1579) Peter Ernest I (Peter Ernst I) (1531-1604)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1557-1558
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
27.8 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#160989
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two adjacent shields of arms with old Mansfeld arms at left and new Mansfeld arms at right, two ornate helmets above, date below

Script: Latin

Lettering: •COMITES•ET•DOMINI•IN•MANSFE•

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique triple-portrait design, depicting Gebhard VII, John George I, and Peter Ernest I, who were all co-rulers of the County of Mansfeld-Schraplau in Germany during the 16th century. This distinctive design makes the coin stand out among other coins of its time and adds to its historical significance.