© 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 Reinhard
1624 year| Silver | 28.75 g | 42.5 mm |
| Issuer | County of Hanau-Lichtenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John Reinhard I (Johann Reinhard I) (1599-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1624 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.75 g |
| Diameter | 42.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271194 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Date above shield
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN . LIECHT : ET . OCHSENST : MAR : ET . ADVO . ARG
*1624*
Comment
The last "G" at the end of the reverse is smaller than the rest of the legend.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the County of Hanau-Lichtenberg is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to test its authenticity. In the 17th century, counterfeit coins were a common problem, and this hole was used as a way to ensure that the coin was made of genuine silver and not a fake. The presence of the hole also made it easier for merchants and traders to recognize the coin as legitimate.
