© Vortzeichnus und Gepräge Der Groben und Kleinen Münz
© Vortzeichnus und Gepräge Der Groben und Kleinen Münz
1 Thaler - John II 47th Birthday
1539 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Palatinate-Simmern (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count palatine | John II (1509-1557) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1539 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#432422 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
3 small shields of arms, 2 over 1, ornate helmet above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MON NOVA SIMERIENS ANNO 1539
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin celebrating John II's 47th birthday in 1539 is a rare and valuable piece, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the initials "I.H.S." (Iesus Hominum Salvator) at the top of the reverse side. This shield is believed to represent the coat of arms of the Counts of Simmern, who ruled the Duchy of Palatinate-Simmern at the time. The inclusion of this shield on the coin highlights the close connection between the ruling family and the Catholic Church, and serves as a testament to the religious and political significance of the coin.
