© 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 Julius ND
| Silver | 29.13 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Henry Julius (1589-1613) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1589-1613 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.13 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#353553 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
9-fold arms with central shield, 3 helmets above, legend begins at upper right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRO PATRIA CONSVMOR
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features an image of Henry Julius, the ruling prince at the time, on one side, and the coat of arms of the principality on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in the region, and its design reflects the Renaissance influences of the era. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting was a symbol of the region's wealth and prosperity.
