1 Thaler - Julius (Brillentaler) 1587-1588 front 1 Thaler - Julius (Brillentaler) 1587-1588 back
1 Thaler - Julius (Brillentaler) 1587-1588 photo
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1 Thaler - Julius Brillentaler

 
Silver 29.23 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Julius (1568-1589)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1587-1588
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
29.23 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#248322
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Springing horse to left, date below, wildman on right holding tree trunk in right hand, skull, hourglass and spectacles in left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ALIIS INSERVIENDO: CONSVMO

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Julius (Brillentaler) coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features an image of a wild boar on its reverse side, which was a symbol of strength and bravery in the region at the time.