2 Thalers - Moritz 1627 front 2 Thalers - Moritz 1627 back
2 Thalers - Moritz 1627 photo
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2 Thalers - Moritz

1627 year
Silver 57.26 g 54 mm
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel)
Landgrave
Maurice I the Learned (1592-1632)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1627
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
57.26 g
Diameter
54 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#292370
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two crossed flags

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONSILI: ET • VIRTU: MONETA • NOVA • IMP:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Thalers - Moritz 1627 coin from Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel is that it features an image of a lion on one side, which was a symbol of strength and power in the region at the time.