1 Thaler - Joachim II Hector 1541-1545 front 1 Thaler - Joachim II Hector 1541-1545 back
1 Thaler - Joachim II Hector 1541-1545 photo
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1 Thaler - Joachim II Hector

 
Silver 28.8 g -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States)
Prince elector
Joachim II Hector (1535-1571)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1541-1545
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1440-1618)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.8 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#338760
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Fourfold arms with scepter shield in center, date above, within inner circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* MON * NOVA * PRIN * ELECT * BRA *
.15.41.

Unabridged legend: MONETA NOVA PRINCIPIS ELECTORATUS BRANDEBURGICI

Translation: New coinage of the Prince-Electorate of Brandenburg

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg is that it features an image of Joachim II Hector, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg from 1541 to 1545. The coin was minted during his reign and bears his name and title on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the Brandenburg coat of arms. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history, providing a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of 16th-century Germany.