1 Thaler - Jost Nicholas II 1544 front 1 Thaler - Jost Nicholas II 1544 back
1 Thaler - Jost Nicholas II 1544 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Thaler - Jost Nicholas II

1544 year
Silver 28.68 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Hohenzollern (German States)
Count
Jost Nicholas II (Jost Nikolaus II) (1538-1558)
Emperor
Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1544
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.68 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#423465
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, arms of Austria-Burgundy on breast.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAROLVS V ROMA IMP SEMP AVG

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the County of Hohenzollern, minted in 1544 during the reign of Jost Nicholas II, features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other symbol of the issuing authority, the coin bears an image of a wild boar, which was a popular game animal in the region at the time. This unique design choice was likely intended to showcase the region's rich natural resources and the importance of hunting as a means of sustenance and sport.