2 Thalers - John George I, Christoph II and John Ernest ND (1568-1570) front 2 Thalers - John George I, Christoph II and John Ernest ND (1568-1570) back
2 Thalers - John George I, Christoph II and John Ernest ND (1568-1570) photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

2 Thalers - John George I, Christoph II and John Ernest ND

 
Silver 55.71 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Mansfeld-Eisleben (German States)
Count
John George I (Hans Georg I) (1531-1579) Christopher II (Christof II) (1558-1591) John Ernest I (Johann Ernst I) (1531-1575)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1568-1570
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1531-1710)
Composition
Silver
Weight
55.71 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#357505
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

2 adjacent shields, new Mansfeld on left, old Mansfeld on right, both with ornate helmets above.

Script: Latin

Lettering: COMI. ET. DOMI. IN. MANSFELT.

Unabridged legend: Comites Et Domini In Mansfeld

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique triple-portrait design, depicting John George I, Christoph II, and John Ernest, who were all rulers of the County of Mansfeld-Eisleben in Germany during the 16th century. This distinctive design makes the coin stand out among other coins of the time and adds to its historical significance.