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1 Thaler - Rudolf II
1603 year| Silver (.875) | 28.3 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Upper Alsace (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1595-1608) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1603 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1425-1634) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.3 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#125429 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned composite arms with chain of the Golden Fleece in circle shape, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NEC NON ARCHIDVCES AVS // DV BVRG LAND AL CO FEʀ
Unabridged legend: Nec Non Archiduces Austriae Dux Burgundiae Landgravius Alsatiae Comes Ferretae
Engraver: Peter Balde
Edge
Plain
Comment
This type, which has only one vintage, has a portrait with a scroll and the reverse legend is continuous.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Landgraviate of Upper Alsace is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to test its authenticity. In the 17th century, counterfeit coins were a common problem, and this hole was used as a way to ensure that the coin was made of genuine silver and not a fake. This feature is quite rare in coins from this time period, making it a notable and interesting fact about this particular coin.
