© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
5 Thalers Siege currency
1610 year| Silver | 14.36 g | - |
| Issuer | City under siege of Jülich (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | War of the Jülich Succession (1609-1614) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1610 |
| Value | 5 Thalers |
| Currency | Stüber |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.36 g |
| Shape | Irregular |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#146873 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Brause-Mansfeld Tf. 13, 18Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Thalers siege currency coin from Jülich is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the region. The city of Jülich was under siege by Spanish forces, and the local government was forced to issue emergency currency, such as this coin, to pay for the city's defense and daily expenses. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item today, and its history provides a fascinating glimpse into the economic and political challenges faced by cities during times of conflict.
