1⁄21 Thaler - John Christopher of Brambach 1621 front 1⁄21 Thaler - John Christopher of Brambach 1621 back
1⁄21 Thaler - John Christopher of Brambach 1621 photo
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1⁄21 Thaler - John Christopher of Brambach

1621 year
Silver 2 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Abbey of Corvey (German States)
Abbot
John Christopher of Brambach (1624-1638)
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1621
Value
1⁄21 Thaler = 1 Schilling
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
2 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#347589
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, Z1 in orb on breast

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LANTMVN(T)Z. (Z1) (XXI). ZVM. R. D(A)(L).
ZI

Interesting fact

The 1621 John Christopher of Brambach 1/21 Thaler coin from the Abbey of Corvey in the German States is notable for its unique design. It features a portrait of John Christopher of Brambach, the abbot of the monastery, on one side, and a depiction of the Corvey Abbey on the other. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and the fact that it was minted in a relatively small quantity.