© 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 | 28.63 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Jägerndorf (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George Frederick I (Georg Friedrich I) (1543-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1593-1599 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.63 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#278253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Floriated cross, Hohenzollern arms in center, small ornately shaped shields of arms in angles, date divided by mintmmaster's symbol at top
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SI. DEVS. PRONO(BIS): QVI(S). CONT. NOS.
1593
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Duchy of Jägerndorf (Silesia) featuring George Frederick I (1593-1599) is notable for its unique design. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of the duke in a Renaissance-style dress, surrounded by an ornate border. The reverse side depicts the coat of arms of the Duchy of Jägerndorf, which includes a shield with the Habsburg eagle and a hunting horn, symbolizing the duchy's connection to the Habsburg Empire and its reputation for hunting. The coin's design was likely created by a skilled engraver and artist of the time, and its intricate details have made it a popular collector's item among numismatists.
