2 Thalers - John VI of the Leyen ND (1556-1567) front 2 Thalers - John VI of the Leyen ND (1556-1567) back
2 Thalers - John VI of the Leyen ND (1556-1567) photo
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2 Thalers - John VI of the Leyen ND

 
Silver 57.45 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Trier (German States)
Prince-archbishop
John VI von der Leyen (1556-1567)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1556-1567
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
57.45 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#363078
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmeted 4-fold arms of Trier and Leyen above which arms of Leyen superimposed on cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONETA NOVA ARGEN CONFLV

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Counts of Leyen, which was added to the reverse side of the coin during John VI's reign. This shield was not present on earlier coins issued by the Archbishopric of Trier, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.