1 Thaler - Louis II 1544-1546 front 1 Thaler - Louis II 1544-1546 back
1 Thaler - Louis II 1544-1546 photo
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1 Thaler - Louis II

 
Silver 28.31 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Stolberg-Königstein (Counts of Königstein, German States)
Count
Louis (1535-1574)
Emperor
Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1544-1546
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.31 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#166585
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, 2-fold arms of Habsburg-Castile on breast, pinecone of Augsburg in small shield at bottom, titles of Karl V

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAROLVS:V:ROMA:IMP:AVGV*

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from Stolberg-Königstein, minted during the reign of Louis II (1544-1546), features an intricate design on its reverse side, showcasing the coat of arms of the Counts of Königstein, which includes a shield with three lions and a crown above it, surrounded by foliage and other ornaments.