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1 Thaler - August "Bell Thaler"
1643 year| Silver | 29 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Augustus the Younger (August der Jüngere) (1635-1666) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1643 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#39882 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Bell is rung by 3 arms, in the back the city of Brunswick
Script: Latin
Lettering: TANDEM PATIENTIA VICTRIX AO 1643
Comment
Dav ST# 6375 obv U: LU: rev ANNO bell: NU PAC/EX.SO/E 19
Dav ST# 6375A no bell clapper
Dav ST# 6375B obv U: LUN:
Dav ST# 6375C imaged rev AO
Dav ST# 6375D rev ANO.
Dav ST# 6375E *ANO
Dav ST# 6375F obv arms divid H S
Dav ST# 6375G rev bell: NUN
Dav ST# 6375H rev bell: EX.SON.E 19
Dav ST# 6375I rev no *
Dav ST# 6375JA more rays on sun
Dav ST# 6375JB less rays on sun
Interesting fact
The "Bell Thaler" coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is notable for its unique bell-shaped design, which was used to indicate the coin's authenticity and value. The bell shape was stamped onto the coin using a special tool, and it was said that the bell's ring could be heard when the coin was dropped onto a hard surface, hence the name "Bell Thaler." This design feature made the coin easily recognizable and helped to prevent counterfeiting.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1643 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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