1½ Thaler - August II (88th Birthday of August II - Löser) 1666 front 1½ Thaler - August II (88th Birthday of August II - Löser) 1666 back
1½ Thaler - August II (88th Birthday of August II - Löser) 1666 photo
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1½ Thaler - August II 88th Birthday of August II - Löser

1666 year
Silver 43.42 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Augustus the Younger (August der Jüngere) (1635-1666)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1666
Value
1½ Thaler (1.5)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
43.42 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#266666
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Coat of Arms

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AM 1666 AETA 88 NAT X APR
ALLES MIT BEDACHT
R B
1 1/2

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 88th birthday of August II, also known as August the Strong, who was the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. He was known for his military campaigns and his love of art and architecture, and this coin was issued during his reign to honor his longevity and achievements.