© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Thaler - Günther XLI and John Günther
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Schwarzburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Günther XLI (1552-1583) John Günther I (1552-1571) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand I (1556-1564) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1560-1563 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#131939 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle with orb on breast, in circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERDINA(N)D(I): IMP: (AVG): P: F: DECRET(O): date (if present)
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the County of Schwarzburg, which was issued during the reign of Günther XLI and John Günther between 1560 and 1563, features an unusual design element - a stylized image of a wild man, known as the "Wildmann," on the reverse side. The Wildmann is depicted holding a club and is surrounded by foliage, and its inclusion on the coin was likely meant to symbolize the region's connection to nature and the wilderness. This design element is quite rare in coins from this time period and makes the Schwarzburg Thaler a unique and interesting collector's item.
