1 Thaler - Gotthard Kettler (Wenden) 1559 front 1 Thaler - Gotthard Kettler (Wenden) 1559 back
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1 Thaler - Gotthard Kettler Wenden

1559 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation)
Master
Gotthard Kettler (1559-1661)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1559
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1558-1561)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#139922
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Edge

Plain

Comment

This coin was issued as emergency money during the first part of the Livonian War, and did not follow the minting regulations set by the Livonian Order.

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) made of Silver and minted in 1559 during the reign of Gotthard Kettler (Wenden) features an intricate design on its reverse side, showcasing the coat of arms of the Livonian Order, which includes a cross and a lion, symbolizing the order's religious and military roots.