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1 Thaler - Henry VI Burial
1698 yearSilver | - | - |
Issuer | County of Reuss-Obergreiz (Reuss-Greiz, German States) |
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Count | Henry VI (Heinrich VI) (1681-1697) |
Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
Year | 1698 |
Value | 1 Thaler |
Currency | Thaler (1660-1778) |
Composition | Silver |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#150583 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription above crossed palm and laurel branch, 12-line inscription with date below.
Script: Latin
Comment
The Son of heinrich I. died from wounds suffered at the battle of Zenta his second wife Henriette Amalie von Friesen ordered this thaler to be minted.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Henry VI (Burial) 1698 coin from County of Reuss-Obergreiz is that it features a unique design that represents the burial of Henry VI, the Count of Reuss-Obergreiz, who passed away in 1698. The coin's obverse side shows an image of Henry VI lying in state, surrounded by mourners and attendants, while the reverse side depicts the coat of arms of the County of Reuss-Obergreiz. This coin was minted to commemorate the count's death and is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of the German States.