1 Thaler - John Albert I 1549 front 1 Thaler - John Albert I 1549 back
1 Thaler - John Albert I 1549 photo
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1 Thaler - John Albert I

1549 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Mecklenburg (German States)
Duke
John Albert I (1547-1556)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1549
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1348-1700)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#168752
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

4-fold arms with central shield of Schwerin, 3 helmets above, date divided below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IOHAN. ALBE(T)(T). D. - G. DVX. MEGA(P)(O)(L).

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Principality of Mecklenburg, minted in 1549 during the reign of John Albert I, was made of silver and features a unique design. On one side, it depicts the coat of arms of Mecklenburg, while the other side bears the image of the king himself. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States during that time period.