© 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 - Henry and Eric of Calenberg
| Silver | 28.41 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Henry the Younger (Heinrich II) (1514-1568) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1551-1555 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.41 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#266690 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wild man holding 4-fold arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN GOTS GEWALT HABEN WIR GESTAL
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique double portrait of Henry and Eric of Calenberg, who were co-rulers of the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel during the period 1551-1555. This double portrait design was a rare feature in coins of that time and adds historical significance to the coin.
