© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
2 Thalers - John Casimir
| Silver | 57.69 g | 59.5 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John Casimir (1572-1633) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1624-1626 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1572-1638) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 57.69 g |
| Diameter | 59.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#147573 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Duke on horseback riding right, Coburg castle below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ELEND.NICHT.SCHAD. .WER.T(H)VGENT.HAT.
Comment
KOR 300 b
Interesting fact
The 2 Thalers coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Eisenach, minted between 1624 and 1626 during the reign of John Casimir, features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the House of Wettin, which was the ruling dynasty of Saxony at the time. This coin was made of silver and weighed 57.69 grams.
