© 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 Zwittertaler
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Henry Julius (1589-1613) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1596-1598 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#426779 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. Andreas facing with cross, legend begins at upper right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRO PATRIA CONSVMOR 98
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Henry Julius (Zwittertaler) 1596-1598 from Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) made of Silver 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, Elizabeth of Denmark. This distinctive design was used to symbolize the unity and partnership between the two ruling families.
