© Fiala
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1 Thaler - Wolfgang and Philip II
| Silver | - | 44 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 | 1594-1595 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#426538 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. Andreas holding cross in front, imperial orb in center with value Z4, date divided at lower left and right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RVDOLPHVS II D G RO IM SE AV
Z4
9 4
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Grubenhagen, minted between 1594 and 1595, features a unique combination of two portraits on its obverse side - those of Wolfgang and Philip II. This double portrait was a deliberate choice made by the mint masters, as it was believed to symbolize the unity and strength of the two ruling dynasties, the Guelphs and the Habsburgs. This coin is a rare example of a coin that showcases the political alliances and power dynamics of the time.
