1 Thaler - Günther XLI and John Günther ND (1564-1570) front 1 Thaler - Günther XLI and John Günther ND (1564-1570) back
1 Thaler - Günther XLI and John Günther ND (1564-1570) photo
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1 Thaler - Günther XLI and John Günther ND

 
Silver 28.4 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Schwarzburg (German States)
Count
Günther XLI (1552-1583) John Günther I (1552-1571)
Emperor
Maximilian II (1564-1576)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1564-1570
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.4 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#361686
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with orb on breast.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MAXIMILIANVS. II. D. G. (ROM). IMP. S(EM). AV(G)(V). (FF. D.)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of two rulers, Günther XLI and John Günther, who co-ruled the County of Schwarzburg from 1564 to 1570. This is reflected in the coin's design, which includes both rulers' names and titles on opposite sides of the coin. This coin is a rare example of a coin that was issued during a period of co-rule, making it a valuable piece for collectors of German numismatics.