1⁄24 Thaler - Albert Frederick and Jost Günther 1619 front 1⁄24 Thaler - Albert Frederick and Jost Günther 1619 back
1⁄24 Thaler - Albert Frederick and Jost Günther 1619 photo
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1⁄24 Thaler - Albert Frederick and Jost Günther

1619 year
Silver - 17.5 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Barby (German States)
Count
Albert Frederick (Albrecht Friedrich) (1619-1641) Jost Günther (1619-1641)
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1619
Value
1⁄24 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
17.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#119511
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Imperial orb with denomination, date divided by top of cross in margin

Script: Latin

Lettering: MAT. D. G. R(O). I. S. A.

Interesting fact

The 1619 Albert Frederick and Jost Günther 1/24 Thaler coin from the County of Barby (German States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thaler was a widely used denomination across many German states, and this particular coin was minted during the reign of Albert Frederick and Jost Günther, who were both prominent figures in the region. Additionally, the fact that it is made of silver adds to its value and historical significance.