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1 Thaler - John Ernest VIII
| Silver | - | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John Ernest IV (1675-1729) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1725-1728 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1680-1763) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#41875 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ornate shield of manifold arms, with cenral shield of ducal Saxony, 6 ornate helmets above, date divided to lower left and right
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVLIAE.CLIV.MONT.ANGARI.& WESTPHALIAE
Engraver: Johann Michael Edler
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld, minted during the reign of John Ernest VIII (1725-1728), features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the duchy on one side, and the value "1 Thaler" inscribed in a ribbon wrapped around a tree trunk on the other. This design was meant to symbolize the unity and strength of the duchy, and the value of the coin was guaranteed by the silver content.
