© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Thaler "Purimstaler" Victory at Leipzig
1632 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Erfurt (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1632 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#118742 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
11-line inscription with date in roman numerals at end, legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The "Purimstaler" coin minted in 1632 to commemorate the victory at Leipzig is a rare and valuable piece, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Jewish symbolism, reflecting the complex religious and political context of the German States during the Thirty Years' War. The obverse side of the coin depicts the coat of arms of the City of Erfurt, while the reverse side shows a representation of the Jewish festival of Purim, which celebrates the Jewish people's victory over their oppressors. This blending of religious symbols highlights the diverse cultural influences present in the region during this time period.
