1 Thaler - George III 1543-1549 front 1 Thaler - George III 1543-1549 back
1 Thaler - George III 1543-1549 photo
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1 Thaler - George III

 
Silver 27.6 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Leuchtenberg (German States)
Landgrave
George III (Georg III) (1531-1555)
Emperor
Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1543-1549
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
27.6 g
Diameter
41 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#94001
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Crowned double-headed eagle, with arms on chest. Last two numerals of date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAROLVS:V:ROMA:UMP:SE:AV:47

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Landgraviate of Leuchtenberg, minted during the reign of George III (1543-1549), features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a depiction of a crowned eagle and a shield with the coat of arms of the House of Leuchtenberg.