2 Thalers - Simon Henry 1672 front 2 Thalers - Simon Henry 1672 back
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2 Thalers - Simon Henry

1672 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Lippe-Detmold (Lippe, German States)
Count
Simon Henry (1665-1697)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1672
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1413-1788)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#320216
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmeted arms seperating the date to the sides.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CLEMENTE DEO ET BONA CONSCIENTIA
16 / 72
.I. / .H.

Interesting fact

The 2 Thalers coin from the County of Lippe-Detmold, minted in 1672 during the reign of Simon Henry, features an interesting design element - a unique coat of arms on the reverse side. The coat of arms depicts a shield with a rose and a lion, which symbolizes the unity between the two families that ruled the county, the Lippe and the Detmold families. This design was specifically chosen to represent the alliance between the two families and to showcase their strength and unity.