1 Thaler - Johann Ehrenreich 1717 front 1 Thaler - Johann Ehrenreich 1717 back
1 Thaler - Johann Ehrenreich 1717 photo
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1 Thaler - Johann Ehrenreich

1717 year
Silver 29.2 g 41.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Counts of Sprinzenstein (Austrian States)
Count
John Ehrenreich (1705-1729)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1717
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
29.2 g
Diameter
41.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#103452
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Coat of arms of the Count of Sprinzenstein with three helmets above: left helmet with sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus), middle helmet with rampant bull, and right helmet with crowned griffin. Scrolls behind.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 🟉 ARCHI · MONETARI, · HÆREDITARI, · UTRIUSQ · ARCHIDUCAT · AUSTRIÆ 🟉 1717

Unabridged legend: Archi monetarius haereditarius utriusque archiducatus Austriae.

Translation: Hereditary arch-monneyer of the Archduchy of both Austrias.

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from Counts of Sprinzenstein (Austrian States) minted in 1717 under Johann Ehrenreich's rule features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other symbol of the ruling family, this coin bears an image of a mythical creature known as the "Lindworm," which is a serpent-like creature with a crown on its head and wings on its back. This unique design was likely chosen to represent the Count's interest in mythology and folklore, and it sets the coin apart from other coins of its time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1717  - - - - - -

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