2 Thalers - Simon VII 1617-1618 front 2 Thalers - Simon VII 1617-1618 back
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2 Thalers - Simon VII

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Lippe-Detmold (Lippe, German States)
Count
Simon VII (1613-1627)
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1617-1618
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1413-1788)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#320215
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned double eagle

Script: Latin

Lettering: MATHI. D. G: ROMAN. IMPER. SEMP. AVG. 16 17

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Thalers - Simon VII 1617-1618 coin from County of Lippe-Detmold is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the county's coat of arms, which is placed above the date on the obverse side of the coin. This shield is a symbol of the county's independence and sovereignty, and it adds to the coin's historical and cultural significance.