⅙ Thaler - Rudolph August 1693-1695 front ⅙ Thaler - Rudolph August 1693-1695 back
⅙ Thaler - Rudolph August 1693-1695 photo
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⅙ Thaler - Rudolph August

 
Silver 5.74 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Rudolph Augustus (Rudolf August) (1666-1704) Anthony Ulrich (Anton Ulrich) (1685-1714)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1693-1695
Value
⅙ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.74 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#28653
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

11-fold arms divide date; value beneath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REMIGIO ALTISSIMI UNI
IC B

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The ⅙ Thaler coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was minted during the reign of Rudolph August, who was a member of the House of Welf, a powerful noble family in Germany. The coin features an image of Rudolph August on one side and the coat of arms of the Principality on the other. It's made of silver and weighs 5.74 grams, making it a relatively small coin. Despite its size, the coin is highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and rarity.