Duitsland, Mansfeld-Vorderortische Linie zu Bornstedt. Franz Maximilian & Heinrich Franz. 2/3 Thaler (taler) 1675 AB-K – Eisleben

Mansfeld-Vorderortische Linie zu Bornstedt. Franz Maximilian & Heinrich Franz. 2/3 Taler 1676, EislebenObverseArmored equestrian figures of the counts riding right, holding a commander's baton, shield with Mansfeld arms on the horse blanket. Legend around: "FRANZ MAX HENR ZU MANSFELT OM".ReverseArmorial shield under helmet with elaborate crests, date "16" and "76" flanking the shield, mintmark "K" for Eisleben. Legend: "NOB DOMIN HELD RUI N SEB ESP".Historical ContextThis 2/3 Taler was issued in 1676 by the Mansfeld-Vorderortische Linie zu Bornstedt, under the rule of Franz Maximilian and Heinrich Franz. The coin was minted in Eisleben, as indicated by the mintmark "K." Coins of Mansfeld are well-known for their detailed depictions of armored counts and elaborate family arms, symbolizing the semi-independent status of these counts within the Holy Roman Empire. This period marks the final decades of coinage from the various Mansfeld lines, making these issues historically significant and sought after by collectors.References:Davenport 661 var.; Slg. Höhne 120; Tornau vgl. 301–302 ff.