© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
1 Thaler - Henry the younger
| Silver | 29 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Henry the Younger (Heinrich II) (1514-1568) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1548-1554 |
| 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#242322 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Wildman holding tree trunk, date between legs, 2 margin legends divided by 4 small shields of arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DE * H * GE * D * M * GN *
IN GOIS GWALT HAB I GSTALT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin to signify that it was made of pure silver, as silver was a valuable and highly sought-after metal at the time. The hole also served as a way to test the authenticity of the coin, as it was difficult to counterfeit a coin with a small hole in the center. This feature makes the 1 Thaler coin from Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel stand out from other coins of the time and adds to its historical significance.
