1 Thaler - Julius (Lichttaler) 1569 front 1 Thaler - Julius (Lichttaler) 1569 back
1 Thaler - Julius (Lichttaler) 1569 photo
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1 Thaler - Julius Lichttaler

1569 year
Silver 29 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Julius (1568-1589)
Emperor
Maximilian II (1564-1576)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1569
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#244691
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, value Z4 in orb on breast, titles of Maximilian II divided by 4 small shields of arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MAXIMILI DE GR RO IM P S A
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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Julius (Lichttaler) 1569 coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features an image of a lighthouse on one side, which was a symbol of hope and guidance during a time when navigation and trade were critical to the region's economy.