1 Thaler - Philip V 1597-1598 front 1 Thaler - Philip V 1597-1598 back
1 Thaler - Philip V 1597-1598 photo
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1 Thaler - Philip V

 
Silver 28.5 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Hanau-Lichtenberg (German States)
Count
Philip V (1585-1599)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1597-1598
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.5 g
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#355072
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ornate smaller arms in Spanish shield and date divided by mintmaster's symbol at top above helmets.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DEVS : DAT : CVI : VVLT 1597

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an error in the inscription on the reverse side. The Latin phrase "SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTUM" (May the name of the Lord be blessed) is misspelled as "SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTVM" with the letter "M" appearing twice. This error was likely caused by a mistake in the engraving process and has become a unique characteristic of this particular coin.