© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler - August Death of August
1666 year| Silver | 28.57 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Augustus the Younger (August der Jüngere) (1635-1666) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1666 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.57 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#266124 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Skull under tree
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QUAE LAETA FRON DE VIREBAM
RIGUI / NUNC
SIC TRANSIT GLORIA MUNDI
OMNIA NON NISI PROVIDO ET VEGETO CONSILIO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of Duke August of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, who passed away on August 23, 1666. The coin's design features an image of the duke on the obverse side, along with the inscription "AUGUSTUS DUX BRVNSVICENSIS" (August, Duke of Brunswick). On the reverse side, the coin features an image of a crowned skull and crossbones, symbolizing the transience of life and the certainty of death. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
