2 Thalers - Paul Sixtus I 1618 front 2 Thalers - Paul Sixtus I 1618 back
2 Thalers - Paul Sixtus I 1618 photo
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2 Thalers - Paul Sixtus I

1618 year
Silver 57.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Counts of Trautson (Austrian States)
Count
Paul Sixtus I (1589-1621)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1618
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
57.5 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#96771
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Arms surrounded by the chain of the Golden Fleece, imperial eagle above, dividing the date. Double inner circle, legend around (starts 1h).

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN FALKERSTEIN // AVREI VELL EQVES

Interesting fact

The 2 Thalers coin from Counts of Trautson (Austrian States) minted in 1618 featuring Paul Sixtus I is notable for its unique design. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Paul Sixtus I wearing a elaborate crown and a long beard, while the reverse side depicts the coat of arms of the Counts of Trautson. What's interesting is that the coat of arms features a stylized image of a lion holding a shield with the family's emblem, which is a rare example of heraldic symbolism on a coin from that time period.