1 Dreiling - Henry the younger 1550-1562 front 1 Dreiling - Henry the younger 1550-1562 back
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1 Dreiling - Henry the younger

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Henry the Younger (Heinrich II) (1514-1568)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1550-1562
Value
3 Pfennigs (Dreier) (1⁄96)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#242324
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, 3 in orb on breast.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Dreiling coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the House of Guelph, which was the ruling dynasty of the principality at the time. This shield was added to the coin's design to signify the coin's issuance under the authority of Henry the Younger, who was a member of the House of Guelph and ruled the principality from 1550 to 1562. This small detail provides a glimpse into the rich history and cultural significance of the coin, and highlights the importance of the House of Guelph in the region's governance and economy during that time period.