1 Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1597-1599 front 1 Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1597-1599 back
1 Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest 1597-1599 photo

1 Thaler - John Casimir and John Ernest

 
Silver 28.90 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach (German States)
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
References
Numista
N#325978
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.