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TheNorth German thaler was the currency issued by theCounty of Stolberg, and after multiple divisions, by its successorsStolberg-Stolberg,Stolberg-Rossla,Stolberg-Wernigerode,Stolberg-Königstein, andStolberg-Rochefort counties. It was issued from the late 15th century until mid 18th century when Stolberg-Wernigerode was forced to subordinate themselves to theKingdom of Prussia and the counts of Stolberg-Stolberg and Stolberg-Rossla to theElectorate of Saxony. Numerous coinage issued by Stolberg counties was made possible by rich silver mines in their possessions.[1]
The Stolberg thaler was distinctive in its design, featuring the coat of arms of Stolberg on one side andstag facing left, often in front of a column, on the other. The coin was minted from high-quality silver and was considered to be of good weight and fineness.
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