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½ Thaler - Louis Rudolph Marriage of Elisabeth Christine and Frederick II
1733 year| Silver | 13 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Louis Rudolph (Ludwig Rudolf) (1731-1735) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1733 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#309420 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
9-line legend with Roman numeral date, value below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QVOS
THALAMO
SOCIOS
ADAMANTINA VINCLA
IVGARVNT
IN
SALINA VALLE
XII.IVNII
CIↃIↃCCXXXIII
B I D
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the marriage of Elisabeth Christine and Frederick II, which was a significant event in the history of the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel. The coin's design features an image of Louis Rudolph, the ruler of the principality at the time, on one side, and the couple's coat of arms on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its silver content makes it a popular choice among numismatists.
