Kwart taler, noodmunt uit Leipzig door Johan Frederik, keurvorst van Saksen. 1547

This small, diamond-shaped silver coin, known as a “Kwart taler”, was minted in Leipzig in 1547. The obverse displays the coat of arms of Johan Frederik, the Elector of Saxony. The reverse of the coin is blank. These types of coins were common in 16th-century Europe as a form of currency. While the artist remains anonymous, the coin's intricate design and historical significance showcase the craftsmanship of the era.