2 Thalers - John Philip I, Frederick VIII, John William IV, and Frederick William II 1624 front 2 Thalers - John Philip I, Frederick VIII, John William IV, and Frederick William II 1624 back
2 Thalers - John Philip I, Frederick VIII, John William IV, and Frederick William II 1624 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

2 Thalers - John Philip I, Frederick VIII, John William IV, and Frederick William II

 
Silver 58.04 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Altenburg (German States)
Duke
John Philip (1603-1639) Frederick (Friedrich) (1603-1625) John William (Johann Wilhelm) (1603-1632) Frederick William II (Friedrich Wilhelm II) (1603-1669)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1622-1625
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1583-1840)
Composition
Silver
Weight
58.04 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#434696
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Half-length figures of Johann Philip I's brothers Friedrich VIII, Johann Wilhelm IV, and Friedrich Wilhelm II arms on sides, top and bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DVC SAXON IVL CLIVI ET MONT LIN ALDEN
WA

Engraver: Wolf Albrecht

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the German States, specifically during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648). Despite the conflict, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.