


1 Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest
Silver | 28.90 g | 41 mm |
Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach (German States) |
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Duke | John Casimir (1572-1633) John Ernest (1572-1638) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1597-1599 |
Value | 1 Thaler |
Currency | Thaler (1572-1638) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 28.90 g |
Diameter | 41 mm |
Thickness | 2 mm |
Shape | Round |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#325978 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saxony arms in circle with date divided above and at sides, 13 small shields of arms around
Script: Latin
Lettering: LANTG. THVRI. ET. MARCHIO. MISN(I). MON. IMPERI.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1597-1599 from Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach (German States) made of Silver weighing 28.90 g is that it features a unique combination of religious and political symbols. The obverse side of the coin depicts the two co-ruling dukes, John Casimir and John Ernest, in a rare double portrait, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach, surrounded by the motto "Fürstlich Sachsen-Coburg-Eisenachscher Thaler" (Princely Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach Thaler). This coin is a notable example of the complex political and religious landscape of the German States during the late 16th century.