© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
1⁄24 Thaler - Christian Ernest and Francis Josias
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Christian Ernest II (Christian Ernst II) (1729-1745) Francis Josias (1735-1764) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1738-1745 |
| Value | 1⁄24 Thaler = 1 Groschen |
| Currency | Thaler (1680-1763) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#319774 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with date between 2 palm branches
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+NACH DEN LEIPZIGER F(V)(U)S.
24
EINEN
THAL.
1738
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1738-1745 Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld 1/24 Thaler coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and mythological imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Christian Ernest and Francis Josias, the ruling dukes of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld, surrounded by symbols of their Christian faith, such as a cross and a Bible. On the reverse side, the coin features an image of the mythological figure of Atlas, holding up the world and surrounded by putti (cherubs) and other mythological creatures. This blending of religious and mythological themes is a distinctive feature of this coin and reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time.
