© 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 - George Frederick I
| Silver | 28.15 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Jägerndorf (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George Frederick I (Georg Friedrich I) (1543-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1560-1561 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.15 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#278250 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Floriated cross, Hohenzollern arms in center, small shield of arms in each angle
Script: Latin
Lettering: SI. DEVS. PRONO(BIS): QVI(S). CONT. NOS.
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Duchy of Jägerndorf (Silesia) minted during the reign of George Frederick I (1560-1561) features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other symbols of the duchy, the coin bears an image of a wild boar, which was a popular game animal in the region at the time. This unique design choice was likely intended to showcase the duchy's rich natural resources and the importance of hunting as a means of subsistence and sport.
