© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
1⁄24 Thaler - Wolfgang Frederick
1616 year| Silver | 1.73 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | County of Barby (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Wolfgang Frederick (Wolfgang Friedrich) (1615-1619) |
| Emperor | Matthias (1612-1619) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1616 |
| Value | 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.73 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#119507 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with Z4, date divided by top of cross in margin
Script: Latin
Lettering: MATI. D. G. RO. I(M). S. A(V).
Interesting fact
The 1/24 Thaler coin from the County of Barby (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.73g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Wolfgang Frederick, who was a member of the House of Schwarzburg and ruled the County of Barby from 1616 to 1638. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin issued during a time when most coins were made of copper or other base metals. Additionally, the fact that it is a standard circulation coin suggests that it was widely used in everyday transactions, making it a unique piece of history.
