5 Thalers - Gustav Adolph II (Death) 1634 front 5 Thalers - Gustav Adolph II (Death) 1634 back
5 Thalers - Gustav Adolph II (Death) 1634 photo
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5 Thalers - Gustav Adolph II Death

1634 year
Silver 136.03 g 78.97 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Erfurt (German States)
King
Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1631-1632)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1634
Value
5 Thalers
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
136.03 g
Diameter
78.97 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#118748
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

King in triumphant chariot, crowned by Religion and Justice, crushing his enemies below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DUX FLORIOS : PRINC : PIUS: HEROS INVICT VICTOR INCOMPARAB TRIUMPH FELIX&GERM LIBERATOR A 1634.
ET VITA ET MORTE // TRIUMPHO

Engraver: Sebastian Dadler

Interesting fact

The 5 Thalers coin commemorating Gustav Adolph II's death in 1634 from the City of Erfurt (German States) is interesting because it features an intricate design that includes an image of the king on the obverse (front) side, while the reverse (back) side depicts an impressive scene of an eagle grasping a snake, symbolizing the king's bravery and strength in battle.