10 Thalers - Frederick Ulrich (Löser) 1614 front 10 Thalers - Frederick Ulrich (Löser) 1614 back
10 Thalers - Frederick Ulrich (Löser) 1614 photo
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10 Thalers - Frederick Ulrich Löser

1614 year
Silver 291.58 g 87 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1614
Value
10 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
291.58 g
Diameter
87 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#242474
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Helmeted 11-fold arms, value 10 punched in.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEO. ET. PATRIÆ. AN NO. DOMINI. M. DC. XIV
10

Comment

Duve# 2
Minted in Goslar or in Zellerfeld.
Mintmaster - Heinrich Oeckeler

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel. The reign of Frederick Ulrich (Löser) saw significant reforms in the mining and minting industries, which led to the production of high-quality coins like this 10 Thalers piece. The coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.