© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
2 Thalers - Frederick William I and John II
| Silver | 58.16 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Weimar (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Weimar (German States) |
| Duke | Frederick William I (Friedrich Wilhelm I) (1573-1602) John II (1573-1605) |
| Duke | Frederick William I (Friedrich Wilhelm I) (1573-1602) John II (1573-1605) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1582-1585 |
| Years | 1582-1585 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1572-1740) |
| Currency | Thaler (1572-1740) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 58.16 g |
| Weight | 58.16 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#361418 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing 1/2-length bust, small imperial orb at top, titles divided as on obverse, wearing different apparel.
Script: Latin
Lettering: D G IO HAN DV SAX LA N THVR E MAR MIS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique double portrait of Frederick William I and John II, who were co-rulers of the Duchy of Saxe-Weimar during the period 1582-1585. This double portrait design was a rare occurrence in coinage during that time period, and it signifies the joint rule of the two dukes.
