© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
2 Thalers - Louis IV
| Silver | 58.84 g | - |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hessen-Marburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Louis IV (1567-1604) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1593-1595 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 58.84 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#325621 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
4-fold arms with central shield of Hesse, 3 ornate helmets above
Script: Latin
Lettering: • ICH ° GETRAWE ° GOT • I • ALL • NOT °
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Thalers - Louis IV 1593-1595 from Landgraviate of Hessen-Marburg (German States) coin is that it features a unique combination of Christian and pagan symbols. The obverse side of the coin depicts Louis IV, the Landgrave of Hesse-Marburg, dressed in armor and holding a sword, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Roman goddess of fortune, Fortuna, surrounded by the coat of arms of the House of Hesse. This blending of religious and mythological symbols was a common practice in Renaissance-era coinage and reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time.