1 Thaler - Christoph II
| Issuer | Mansfeld-Schraplau, County of |
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| Year | 1580-1591 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
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| Shape | Round |
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| Reference(s) | MB#70, Dav GT I#9525, Tornau#963, 965-971, 974-977 |
| Obverse description | Helmeted shield of old Mansfeld arms superimposed on Saint George on horseback slaying dragon, orb above |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | CHRISTOPHORVS:COM:E:DOMI:I:MANS: |
| Reverse description | Crowned double-headed imperial eagle, 24 inside orb on eagle`s breast signifying a value of 24 groschen, date at the end of legend |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering |
CG:RVDOL:II:DEI:GRA:ROMA:IM:SEM:AV:81 (Translation: Rudolph II by the Grace of God Emperor of the Romans) |
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| Mintage |
1580 - (15)80 - 1581 - (15)81 - 1582 - (15)8Z - 1583 - (15)83 - 1584 - (15)84 - 1585 - (15)85 - 1586 - (15)86 - 1589 - (15)89 - 1590 - (15)90 - 1591 - (15)91 - |
| Numisquare ID | 2373069790 |
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Historical Context: Christoph II governed a segment of the fragmented County of Mansfeld-Schraplau during the late 16th century (1580-1591), a period of complex political and religious dynamics within the Holy Roman Empire. Mansfeld, famed for its rich silver and copper mines, was an economic powerhouse, facilitating consistent Thaler production. These large silver pieces were crucial for regional commerce and served as potent symbols of princely authority amidst post-Reformation tensions and assertions of territorial sovereignty.
Artistry: The Thalers of Christoph II represent late German Renaissance numismatic artistry. While specific engravers