2 Thalers - John Eberhard 1591-1593 front 2 Thalers - John Eberhard 1591-1593 back
2 Thalers - John Eberhard 1591-1593 photo
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2 Thalers - John Eberhard

 
Silver 58.53 g -
Description
Issuer
Burgraviate of Friedberg (German States)
Burgrave
John Eberhard of Kronberg (Johann Eberhard von Kronberg) (1577-1617)
Emperor
Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1591-1593
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
58.53 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#379385
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Full-length figure of St. George standing on dead dragon divides date, 2 small shields of arms divide emperor's titles.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
RVDO Z IMP AV P F DE
15 93

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Thalers - John Eberhard 1591-1593 from Burgraviate of Friedberg (German States) coin is that it features a unique design element - a stylized letter "F" on the reverse side, which represents the Burgraviate of Friedberg. This letter is surrounded by a wreath of leaves and berries, adding to the coin's ornate and intricate appearance.