© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
1 Thaler - Henry Julius "Wahrheitstaler"
| Silver | 29.13 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Henry Julius (1589-1613) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1597-1598 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.13 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#158168 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Facing figure of Veritas in circle, border of 11 small shields of arms, horse crest at top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VERITAS/ VIN-CIT/ OM-NIA/ CALVM/NIA- MEN/DACIVM
Comment
This coins is called "Truth thaler", or "War thaler of truth".Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Henry Julius ("Wahrheitstaler") 1597-1598 from Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) coin is that it features an image of a crowned eagle on the obverse side, which symbolizes the power and authority of the ruling dynasty.
