© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
2 Thalers - Jobst Maximilian
1642 year| Silver | 57.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Lordship of Gronsveld (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Jobst Maximilian (Josse Maximiliaan) (1617-1662) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1642 |
| Value | 2 Thalers (5) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 57.9 g |
| Size | 56 mm |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#317160 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Name of God in Hebrew script within radiant sun above a four-line inscription and ornament, within inner circle; lettering in outer circle.
Scripts: Hebrew, Latin
Lettering:
IVSTVS · MAXMILIANVS · EX · ANTIQVA · A · DOMINO · FACTVM · EST · ISTVD
16 יהוה 42
ESVRIENTES IMP LEVIT · BONIS · ET DIVITES · DIMI SIT. INANES
Unabridged legend:
Iustus maximilianus ex antiqua a domino factum est istud
Esurientes implevit bonis et divites dimisit inanes
Translation:
Jobst Maximilian made by the Lord's will
The hungry he has filled with good things, and the rich he has sent away empty
Comment
Gronsveld coins are found in the Krause catalog under German States > Gronsfeld.Interesting fact
The 2 Thalers coin from the Lordship of Gronsveld, featuring Jobst Maximilian, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage. It was issued in 1642 during a time of political and economic turmoil in the Dutch States, making it a unique piece of history that has survived the test of time.