1 Thaler - Wolfgang William 1640 front 1 Thaler - Wolfgang William 1640 back
1 Thaler - Wolfgang William 1640 photo
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1 Thaler - Wolfgang William

1640 year
Silver 28.75 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Jülich-Berg (German States)
Duke
Wolfgang William (1614-1653)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1640
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1423-1795)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.75 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#434465
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms in cartouche.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IVL C ET M C V S M R ET M D I R 640

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Duchy of Jülich-Berg, minted in 1640 during the reign of Wolfgang William, features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a depiction of the coat of arms of the duchy, which consists of a shield with three lions and a crown above it, surrounded by foliage and other ornaments.