© 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 - Peter Ernest I, Bruno II, Hoyer Christoph, Gebhard VIII and John George IV
1587 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Mansfeld-Friedeburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Peter Ernest I (Peter Ernst I) (1531-1604) Bruno II (1546-1615) Hoyer Christopher (Hoyer Christof) (1579-1587) Gebhard VIII (Gebhard VI) (1586-1601) John George IV (Hans Georg IV) (1585-1615) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1587 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1531-1626) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#357899 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. George on horse to right, slaying dragon below, legend begins with small imperial orb.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COMI. E. DOMI. I(N). MAN(SFE). NOB(I). DO(MI). I. HE(L).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features five different rulers, which is a unique feature among coins. The five rulers are Peter Ernest I, Bruno II, Hoyer Christoph, Gebhard VIII, and John George IV, who were all prominent figures in the County of Mansfeld-Friedeburg in the German States during the 16th century. This coin was minted in 1587 and made of silver, which adds to its historical significance and value.
