© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler - John George
| Silver | 28.88 g | - |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | John II George (Johann II Georg) (1571-1598) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1572-1587 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1440-1618) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.88 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#314252 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
15-fold arms with scepter shield in center, 3 helmets above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROM IMP ARc CAM ET ELEC
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg is that it features an image of John George, the ruler of the region from 1572-1587, on one side, and the Brandenburg coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe, with the Protestant Reformation and the subsequent wars of religion taking place during John George's reign. Despite these challenges, the Margraviate of Brandenburg continued to thrive and prosper, and coins like this one were an important symbol of the region's economic and political power.
