© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Thaler - Gustav Adolph II
1631 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Erfurt (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1631-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1631 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#118743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
11-line inscription with R.N. date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEO TER OPT
MAX GLORIA ET LAUS,
QVI GUSTAVO ADOLPHO
SVECORUM GOTHORUM ,
WAND QVE REGI , CONTRA
CÆSARE ANUM AC
LIGISTICU EXERCI
TUM , VICTORIAM TRIBUIT
AD LIPSIAM DIE
VII SEPR ANNO
MDCXXXI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the City of Erfurt, minted in 1631 during the reign of Gustav Adolph II, is that it features an image of the king on horseback, surrounded by an elaborate design that includes the coat of arms of the city and the surrounding German states. This coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time, and its design was meant to symbolize the power and wealth of the city and its ruler. Despite being over 400 years old, some of these coins have survived in good condition and are highly sought after by collectors today.
