© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler - Wolfgang and Philip II
| Silver | 29 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Grubenhagen (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Wolfgang (1551-1595) Philip II (Philipp II) (1551-1596) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1585-1593 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#352929 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Small crowned imperial eagle, value Z4 in orb on breast, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RVDOLPHVS. Z. D. G. RO. IM. SE. AVG.
Z4
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Grubenhagen, minted between 1585 and 1593, features a unique combination of two portraits on its obverse side - Wolfgang and Philip II. This double portrait was a deliberate choice made by the mint masters to symbolize the unity and cooperation between the two ruling families of the principality. It's a distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the time and adds to its historical and numismatic significance.
