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1 Thaler - August
| Silver | - | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Augustus the Younger (August der Jüngere) (1635-1666) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1653-1665 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#39881 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Wild man holding a tree, legend with date around it.
Script: Latin
Comment
Also known as 'Hausknechtstaler' because the wild man is holding the tree like a broom.Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thaler was a widely used denomination across the German States, and the coin from Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was considered to be of high quality and reliable, making it a popular choice for trade and commerce. The coin's design featured the coat of arms of the Principality on one side and the image of a lion on the other, symbolizing strength and power. Despite being minted over 350 years ago, some of these coins still exist today and are highly sought after by collectors.
