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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
3 Guldengroschen "Joachimsthaler"
1520 year| Silver | 86.821 g | 43.5 mm |
| Issuer | Counts of Schlick (Kingdom of Bohemia) |
|---|---|
| Count | Stephen (Stephan) (1516-1528) Hieronymus (1516-1551) |
| King | Louis I (Ludwig I) (1516-1526) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1520 |
| Value | 3 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1519-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 86.821 g |
| Diameter | 43.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#339273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion rampant left
Script: Latin
Lettering: +LVDOVICVS+PRIIIVS+DEI+GRACIA+REX+BOEII+15Z0
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Guldengroschen "Joachimsthaler" coin from 1520 is that it was used as a standardized form of currency in the Kingdom of Bohemia, which was a significant innovation in the field of numismatics at the time. Prior to the introduction of this coin, various regions in Bohemia had their own distinct currencies, which often made trade and commerce difficult. The Joachimsthaler, however, was widely accepted and used across the kingdom, simplifying economic transactions and helping to establish a more unified monetary system.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1520 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Guldengroschen "Joachimsthaler" 1520 coin.
