1⁄24 Thaler - Simon Henry (Fürstengroschen) 1685-1689 front 1⁄24 Thaler - Simon Henry (Fürstengroschen) 1685-1689 back
1⁄24 Thaler - Simon Henry (Fürstengroschen) 1685-1689 photo

1⁄24 Thaler - Simon Henry Fürstengroschen

 
Silver 1.7 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Lippe-Detmold (Lippe, German States)
Count
Simon Henry (1665-1697)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1685-1689
Value
1⁄24 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1413-1788)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.7 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#156393
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Imperial orb with 24, Cross above divides date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: GREFLIGE • LIPP • LANDT • MVNTZ

Comment

Varieties exist.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1/24 Thaler - Simon Henry (Fürstengroschen) 1685-1689 from County of Lippe-Detmold (Lippe, German States) made of Silver weighing 1.7g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Simon Henry, Count of Lippe-Detmold, who ruled from 1664 to 1697. During his reign, the County of Lippe-Detmold experienced significant economic growth and cultural development, and the minting of this coin was likely a reflection of this prosperity. The coin's design, which features an image of Simon Henry on one side and the Lippe-Detmold coat of arms on the other, is a testament to the county's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1685 IH 432000 - - - - - -
1689 IH 502000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1⁄24 Thaler - Simon Henry (Fürstengroschen) 1685-1689 coin.