1 Thaler - George Ernest 1569-1572 front 1 Thaler - George Ernest 1569-1572 back
1 Thaler - George Ernest 1569-1572 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

1 Thaler - George Ernest

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Henneberg-Schleusingen (German States)
Count
George Ernest (Georg Ernst) (1559-1583)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1569-1572
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#355443
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

2 ornate helmets, 4-fold arms below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: I TE DOM SPERA N O CONFV IN ETER HN

Comment

Schleusingen mint

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the County of Henneberg-Schleusingen, minted during the reign of George Ernest (1569-1572), features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other symbols associated with the county or ruler, the coin bears an image of a wild boar. This design choice was likely intended to symbolize the region's rich hunting traditions and the importance of wild game to the local economy.