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1 Thaler - Jacob Kettler Mitau; large shields
| Silver | 28.83 g | 46 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Courland and Semigallia (Livonia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Jacob Kettler (1642-1682) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1644-1645 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1586-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.83 g |
| Diameter | 46 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#87578 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shield with eagle beside shield with horseman, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA · NOUA · ARGENTEA · ANNO · 1644
Translation:
Moneta Nova Agrentea Anno 1644
New silver coin of the year 1644
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin was struck for presentation purposes only.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Jacob Kettler (Mitau; large shields) 1644-1645 coin from Duchy of Courland and Semigallia (Livonia) is that it features a unique combination of shields on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts four large shields, each bearing the coat of arms of the Duchy of Courland and Semigallia, surrounded by a wreath. This distinctive design sets the coin apart from other coins of the time and makes it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
