© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler - John Adolphus
| Silver | 28.62 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John Adolphus (Johann Adolf) (1587-1616) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1608-1609 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1560-1753) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.62 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#313236 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Helmeted arms in cartouche design, date divided in helmets
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DVX. SLE. HO. S. - E: DI. CO: O: E. DE.
H P
1 6 0 8
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp, minted during the reign of John Adolphus (1608-1609), features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the Gottorp line of the House of Oldenburg, surrounded by the motto "Fürchte Gott, Liebe Vaterland" (Fear God, Love Fatherland). This coin was made of silver and weighs 28.62 grams.
