© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Thaler - Albert of Brandenburg
1524 year| Silver | 29.05 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Halberstadt (German States) |
|---|---|
| Apostolic administrator | Albert of Brandenburg (Albrecht von Brandenburg) (1513-1545) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1524 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.05 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#358883 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. Stephan walking towards left, divides date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SANCT STEF FA PROT MA R
15 Z4
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Albert of Brandenburg 1524 Thaler coin is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to test its authenticity, as it was believed that counterfeiters would not be able to accurately replicate this detail. This feature, known as a "plug," was a common technique used in the minting process during this time period to ensure the coin's authenticity and value.
