© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
1 Thaler - John Death
1622 year| Silver | 28.43 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John (Hans) (1564-1622) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1622 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.43 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#151531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
8-line central inscription, legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Comment
Mintmaster Tobias ReinhardtInteresting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg featuring John (Death) 1622 is interesting because it is a rare example of a circulating commemorative coin from the early 17th century. Most coins from this time period were not commemorative but instead bore the standard design of the issuing authority. The fact that this coin was made to commemorate the death of John, the ruler of the Duchy, suggests that he was a significant figure in the region and that his death was a notable event. Additionally, the use of silver and the weight of 28.43g makes it a valuable and collectible coin among numismatists.
