⅛ Taler - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich Death
1695 year| Silver | 3.51 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Rudolph Augustus (Rudolf August) (1666-1704) Anthony Ulrich (Anton Ulrich) (1685-1714) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1695 |
| Value | ⅛ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.51 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281648 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle above globe, over the eagle a ribbon with the inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPRETO VOLAT ALTIOR ORBE
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich, who were both members of the House of Welf, a powerful noble family in Germany. The coin features an image of the two men on opposite sides, with Rudolph August depicted on the obverse (front) side and Anthony Ulrich on the reverse (back) side. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted, making it a unique piece of history for coin collectors and enthusiasts.
