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1 Thaler - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich
| Silver | 29.1 g | 47 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Rudolph Augustus (Rudolf August) (1666-1704) Anthony Ulrich (Anton Ulrich) (1685-1714) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1687-1703 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.1 g |
| Diameter | 47 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#31073 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Stack of weapons and flags on two columns
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DVOBVS FVLCRIS SECVRIVS
R ⬩ 1693 ⬩ B
Translation: Double supported is safer.
Comment
Year 1687 only exists as a trial strike without the mintmark RB.
Year 1688 exists with the Mintmaster “RB”, yet aswell with just two stars.
The design of the exergue with the year may vary.
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 portraits on its obverse side. The coin bears the portraits of Rudolph August, the reigning duke at the time of the coin's minting, and his brother Anthony Ulrich, who was the co-regent. This dual portrait design was a deliberate choice made by the mint masters to symbolize the unity and cooperation between the two brothers in governing the principality. This design element sets the coin apart from other coins of the time and makes it a notable piece in the history of numismatics.
