1 Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1587-1598 front 1 Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1587-1598 back
1 Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1587-1598 photo
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1 Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest

 
Silver 29.04 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach (German States)
Duke
John Casimir (1572-1633) John Ernest (1572-1638)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1587-1598
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1572-1638)
Composition
Silver
Weight
29.04 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#147259
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Saxony arms in circle, 12 small shields of arms around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LANTG.THVR.ET.MARCHIO.MISNI.MONE.IMPERI*

Edge

Plain

Comment

KOR 39.2, Schnee 174

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach is that it features a unique combination of two portraits on its obverse side. The coin bears the portraits of John Casimir and John Ernest, who were both dukes of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach during the period 1587-1598. This double portrait design was a deliberate choice made by the mint to symbolize the unity and cooperation between the two rulers. It is a distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the time and makes it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians.