© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
2 Thalers
| Silver | 57.5 g |
| Issuer | City of Lüneburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1581-1593 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 57.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#356648 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, orb on breast with 3Z, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOL. II. IMP. AVG. P. F. DECRETO. 89
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Lüneburg 2 Thalers coin is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to test its authenticity. In the 16th century, counterfeit coins were a common problem, and the hole in the Lüneburg 2 Thalers coin made it difficult for counterfeiters to produce fake coins that were indistinguishable from the real thing. This feature, known as a "plug," was a pioneering security measure in coinage and helped to ensure the integrity of the currency.
