½ Thaler - Henry Julius (½ Ausbeutetaler) 1599 front ½ Thaler - Henry Julius (½ Ausbeutetaler) 1599 back
½ Thaler - Henry Julius (½ Ausbeutetaler) 1599 photo
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½ Thaler - Henry Julius ½ Ausbeutetaler

1599 year
Silver 14.5 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Henry Julius (1589-1613)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1599
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
14.5 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#251410
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. Andreas with cross, date in margin.

Script: Latin

Lettering: * PRO * PATRIA * - * CONSUMOR * date *

Comment

Minted from silver ore found at Grube St. Andreas.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler - Henry Julius (½ Ausbeutetaler) 1599 coin from Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letter "H" in the center, which represents the name of the ruler, Henry Julius. This shield is placed above the coat of arms of the Principality, adding an extra layer of detail and significance to the coin's design.