1 Thaler - Hugh XIII 1623 front 1 Thaler - Hugh XIII 1623 back
1 Thaler - Hugh XIII 1623 photo
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1 Thaler - Hugh XIII

1623 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Montfort-Peggau (German States)
Count
Hugh XIII (1619-1662)
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1623
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#405746
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned doubled headed imperial eagle surrounded in legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ·FERDINANDVS·II·ROM·IMP·SEMP·AVGV·

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from County of Montfort-Peggau (German States) made of Silver has a unique feature. It has a hole in the center, which was intentionally made during the minting process. This hole was used to thread a cord or a ribbon through it, allowing the coin to be worn as a pendant or a charm. This feature was common in coins during that time period, and it was believed to bring good luck and protection to the wearer.