1⁄16 Thaler - Gustav Adolphus (Düttchen) 1677-1678 front 1⁄16 Thaler - Gustav Adolphus (Düttchen) 1677-1678 back
1⁄16 Thaler - Gustav Adolphus (Düttchen) 1677-1678 photo
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1⁄16 Thaler - Gustav Adolphus Düttchen

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow (German States)
Duke
Gustav Adolphus (Gustav Adolf) (1654-1695)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1677-1678
Value
1⁄16 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#158690
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

4-line central inscription with denomination and mintmasters initials, date at end of surrounding legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
.XVI.
REICHS
THALER
I. M.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1/16 Thaler coin from Duchy of Mecklenburg-Güstrow is that it features an image of Gustav Adolphus, also known as Gustav Düttchen, who was the Duke of Mecklenburg-Güstrow from 1636 to 1695. He was a prominent figure in the region and known for his military campaigns, including his involvement in the Thirty Years' War. The coin was minted during his reign, specifically between 1677 and 1678, and made of silver.