1 Thaler - Louis IV (Ausbeutetaler) 1587-1588 front 1 Thaler - Louis IV (Ausbeutetaler) 1587-1588 back
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1 Thaler - Louis IV Ausbeutetaler

 
Silver 28.90 g -
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hessen-Marburg (German States)
Landgrave
Louis IV (1567-1604)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1587-1588
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.90 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#231424
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

4-fold arms with central shield of Hesse, 3 ornate helmets above.

Script: Latin

Lettering: •ICH GETRAWE GOT IN ALLER NOTH*

Comment

Minted from silver ore found at the Gladenbach mines.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Louis IV (Ausbeutetaler) 1587-1588 from Landgraviate of Hessen-Marburg (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis IV, who was the Landgrave of Hesse-Marburg from 1567 to 1604. During his reign, Louis IV implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which helped to stabilize the local economy and increase trade in the region. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 28.90 grams, making it a significant and valuable piece of currency for its time.