1 Thaler - John 1609-1611 front 1 Thaler - John 1609-1611 back
1 Thaler - John 1609-1611 photo
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1 Thaler - John

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States)
Count
John (Johann) (1552-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1609-1611
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#177627
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmeted arms dividing date in helmets.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the County of Stolberg-Stolberg, minted between 1609 and 1611, features an image of Count John on one side and the Stolberg coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time, and it was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States. It's interesting to note that the County of Stolberg-Stolberg was a small territory within the Holy Roman Empire, and the fact that they had their own coinage system speaks to the level of autonomy and economic development that the region had during that time period. Additionally, the design of the coin, featuring the count and the coat of arms, highlights the importance of heraldry and symbolism in the culture of the time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1610 GM 4478 - - - - - -
1611 GM 1484 - - - - - -

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