2 Albus - Philip Reinhard 1693-1694 front 2 Albus - Philip Reinhard 1693-1694 back
2 Albus - Philip Reinhard 1693-1694 photo
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2 Albus - Philip Reinhard

 
Silver 1.7 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Hanau-Münzenberg (German States)
Count
Philip Reinhard (Philipp Reinhard) (1680-1712)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1693-1694
Value
2 Albus (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.7 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#40199
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The County of Hanau-Münzenberg was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the minting of this coin reflects the growing influence of mercantilism and the need for standardized currency in trade. The use of silver in the coin's production also speaks to the value placed on this precious metal at the time.