© London Coin Galleries with Heritage Auctions UK
© London Coin Galleries with Heritage Auctions UK
10 Thalers - August Löser
1638 year| Silver | 291.05 g | 72 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Augustus the Younger (August der Jüngere) (1635-1666) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1638 |
| Value | 10 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 291.05 g |
| Diameter | 72 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#242475 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Helmeted 11-fold arms, 2 lions as supporters, Roman numeral date in legend, without value shown.
Script: Latin
Lettering: *EXPENDE*PRIMA*PENSA / POI*FA*ANO.M.DC.XXXVIII*
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. 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 Augustus the Younger, who ruled from 1635 to 1666. During this time, the Thirty Years' War was taking place, which had a significant impact on the economy and trade in the region. Despite these challenges, the coin was made of silver, indicating that the Principality was still able to produce valuable currency during this time.
