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17th Cent, Teutonic Order thaler
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
GERMANY - TALERS |
| Item Description: |
TALER 1603 TEUTONIC ORDER DAV-5848 |
| Full Grade: |
NGC AU 58 |
| Owner: |
jgenn |
Owner Comments:
At the beginning of the 17th century, the lands held by the Teutonic Order had diminished greatly from their zenith in the 15th century and their remaining possession were in the Holy Roman Empire. At this time this thaler was issued their Grand Master was Maximilian III, Archduke of Austria. Maximilian stood for election to the Kingdom of Poland but lost to Sigismund III Vasa, prince of Sweden. He attempted to take control through military conquest but was forced to surrender. Minted in Hall.