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1⁄16 Thaler - Frederick III
1617 year| Silver | 2.14 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1616-1659) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1617 |
| Value | 1⁄16 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1560-1753) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.14 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#313366 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
3 ornate helmets in circle, value ‘16’ below, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DVX. SCHLES: H. HOLSA. 1617
16
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1617 1/16 Thaler coin from the Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp is that it features an error in the inscription on the reverse side. The Latin phrase "FIDELITAS" (meaning "fidelity" or "loyalty") is misspelled as "FIDELITAD," with the letter "D" appearing twice. This error was likely caused by a mistake in the engraving process and has become a distinctive feature of the coin, making it stand out among other coins from the same era.
