1 Thaler - Hugh XIII and John VII (Arabesque) 1620 front 1 Thaler - Hugh XIII and John VII (Arabesque) 1620 back
1 Thaler - Hugh XIII and John VII (Arabesque) 1620 photo
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1 Thaler - Hugh XIII and John VII Arabesque

1620 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Montfort-Peggau (German States)
Count
Hugh XIII (1619-1662) John VII (Johann VII) (1619-1623)
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1620
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#405837
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Doubled headed imperial eagle with imperial orb on its breast surrounded by legend arabesque before date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FERDINANDVS⋆II⋆DG:ROM⋆IMP⋆S⋆A⋆~16Z0✤

Interesting fact

The Arabesque design on the 1 Thaler coin from County of Montfort-Peggau (German States) in 1620 was a unique feature for a coin during that time period. It showcased a blend of German and Islamic artistic influences, reflecting the cultural exchange and diversity of the region.