© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
½ Thaler - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich
| Silver | 14.6 g | 40 mm |
| 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 | 1687-1702 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.6 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#278667 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
2 wild men holding 2 intertwined trees
Script: Latin
Lettering: UT FRONTIBUS ITA FRONTIBUS CONIUNCTISSIMI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features a unique combination of two portraits on its obverse side. The coin bears the portraits of Rudolph August, the reigning duke at the time of the coin's minting, and his brother Anthony Ulrich, who was the co-regent. This dual portrait design was a deliberate choice made by the mint masters to symbolize the unity and strength of the two rulers and their commitment to governing the principality together. This design element sets the coin apart from other coins of the time and makes it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
