1 Thaler - Henry the Younger and Eric II 1555 front 1 Thaler - Henry the Younger and Eric II 1555 back
1 Thaler - Henry the Younger and Eric II 1555 photo
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1 Thaler - Henry the Younger and Eric II

1555 year
Silver 29 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Henry the Younger (Heinrich II) (1514-1568) Eric II (Erich II) (1540-1584)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1555
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
29 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#353362
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Shield of 4-fold arms, standing behind, value Z4 at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN. GOTS. GEWALT. HABEN. WIR. GEST. Z4

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features a unique combination of two rulers on its obverse side. The coin was issued during the joint reign of Henry the Younger and Eric II in 1555, and it showcases both their names and portraits on the front side, which is a distinctive feature compared to other coins of that time.