2 Thalers - Ernest III 1603 front 2 Thalers - Ernest III 1603 back
2 Thalers - Ernest III 1603 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

2 Thalers - Ernest III

1603 year
Silver 58.23 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg (German States)
Count
Ernest (Ernst) (1601-1622)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1603
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
58.23 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#278289
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Count on horseback galloping to right

Script: Latin

Lettering: HATS GOT VORSEN SO WIRTS WOL GESCHEN

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Thalers - Ernest III 1603 from County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg (German States) coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols and imagery on its reverse side. The coin's reverse depicts a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg, surrounded by a wreath of leaves and topped with a crown. This design was used for coins issued during the reign of Ernest III, who was the Count of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg from 1601 until his death in 1622. The use of this specific design on the coin helps to identify its origin and historical context, making it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians alike.