¼ Thaler - Henry Julius 1597 front ¼ Thaler - Henry Julius 1597 back
¼ Thaler - Henry Julius 1597 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

¼ Thaler - Henry Julius

1597 year
Silver 7.05 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Henry Julius (1589-1613)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1597
Value
¼ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.05 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#251403
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

9-fold arms with central shield in ornate frame.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HONESTVM PRO PATRIA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Thaler coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features an image of a lion on one side, which was a symbol of strength and power in the Renaissance era.