© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
⅛ Thaler - August Death
1666 year| Silver | 3.6 g | 29.9 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Augustus the Younger (August der Jüngere) (1635-1666) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1666 |
| Value | ⅛ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 29.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#297331 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Withered tree with skull at base.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QUAE LAETA FRON DE VIREBAM
RIGUI / NUNC
SIC TRANSIT GLORIA MUNDI
OMNIA NON NISI PROVIDO ET VEGETO CONSILIO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of Duke Augustus of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, who passed away on August 23, 1666. The coin features an image of the duke on the obverse side, along with the inscription "AUGUSTUS DUX BRVNSVICENSIS" (Augustus, Duke of Brunswick). On the reverse side, the coin features a depiction of a skull and crossbones, symbolizing death, along with the inscription "MORS SCEPTRA LIGONIA" (Death holds the scepter). This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted during its time.
