1 Thaler - Henry Julius 1590-1594 front 1 Thaler - Henry Julius 1590-1594 back
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1 Thaler - Henry Julius

 
Silver 29 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Henry Julius (1589-1613)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1590-1594
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
29 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#69571
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Smaller 6-fold arms with concave sides, 3 helmets above, wildman with tree trunk in right hand at left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HONESTVM.PRO.PATRIA*

Comment

Varieties exist

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features an image of a wolf on one side, which is a nod to the region's name and history. The wolf was an important symbol for the region and was featured on many of its coins.