© Auktionen Frühwald
© Auktionen Frühwald
2 Thalers - Ferdinand II of Tyrol ND
| Silver (.875) | 56 g | - |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Upper Alsace (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Ferdinand II of Tyrol (Ferdinand II) (1564-1595) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1594-1595 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1425-1634) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 56 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#125707 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned manifold arms with central shield of Upper Alsace, Order of Golden Fleece around, two small shields of the Habsburg at left and of Ferrette at right divide legend (for Dux Burgundiae Landgravius Alsatiae Comes Ferretae).
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX // BVR LAN // ALS CO // FERD
Unabridged legend: Dux Burgundiae Landgraviatus Alsatiae Comes Ferretae
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648). The coin's minting was likely a response to the economic demands of the war, as the Tyrol region was a strategic location for the Habsburg Empire's military campaigns. Despite the challenges of this period, the coin's design and craftsmanship are remarkable, featuring a detailed portrait of Ferdinand II and an intricate coat of arms on the reverse side.
