© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
1 Thaler - Henry Julius Zwittertaler
1596 year| Silver | 29 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Henry Julius (1589-1613) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1596 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#251400 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. Andreas facing with cross, legend begins at lower left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRO. PATRIA - CONSVMOR
Comment
Similar to Welter 638: N#251399
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Henry Julius (Zwittertaler) 1596 coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features a unique " Zwittertaler" design, which means "twin taler" in German. This design features two opposing heads on the coin, one depicting Henry Julius, the Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, and the other depicting his wife, Princess Elisabeth of Saxony. This distinctive design was used to symbolize the unity and partnership between the two ruling families of the principality.
