© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1½ Thaler - Frederick Ulrich St. Jacobslöser
1625 year| Silver | 43.47 g |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1625 |
| Value | 1½ Thaler (1.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 43.47 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#258142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Standing facing figure of St. Jacob with pilgrim staff and book, Jehovas name with rays surrounding above.
Script: Latin
Comment
Struck from silver ore fount at Grube St. Jacob in Lautenthal.Mintmaster HS - Hermann Schlanbusch
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1½ Thaler coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features an image of St. Jacobslöser, a mythical creature that is half-man and half-lion, on its reverse side. This image was a symbol of strength and courage and was commonly used on coins during that time period.
