1⁄24 Thaler 1606-1609 front 1⁄24 Thaler 1606-1609 back
1⁄24 Thaler 1606-1609 photo
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1⁄24 Thaler

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
City of Hamelin (German States)
Period
Free city
Emperor
Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1606-1609
Value
1⁄24 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#137570
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Imperial orb with denomination, date divided by cross in outer circle

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The 1⁄24 Thaler coin from the City of Hamelin (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of King Rudolf II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1576 to 1612. This was a period of significant economic growth and trade, and the coin reflects the increasing importance of commerce and trade in the region. Additionally, the coin's design features the image of a city gate, which symbolizes the importance of urban centers during this time period.