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© Teutoburger Münzauktion
1 Thaler - Julius Lichttaler
| Silver | 29 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Julius (1568-1589) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1577-1582 |
| 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#245975 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wildman walking right holding lit candle in right hand, tree trunk in left, date at top in single legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ALIIS. IN. SERVIENDO. CONSVMOR.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Julius (Lichttaler) 1577-1582 from Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was a small state in what is now northern Germany, and the coin was minted during the reign of Duke Julius, who ruled from 1568 to 1589. During this time, the region was experiencing significant economic growth and cultural development, and the coin reflects this prosperity. The coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal at the time, and it weighs 29 grams, making it a substantial piece of currency. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item today, and its design and history make it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
