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1⁄24 Thaler - Frederick Ulrich
| Silver | 0.9 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634) |
| Emperor | Matthias (1612-1619) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1618-1619 |
| Value | 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#114653 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Arms with 2 bear claws.
Script: Latin
Lettering: D. MENSCHEN. G. I. V. S.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Type 1Imperial orb with lilly ends on top and beaded half circle surrounding the lower part of the imperial orb.
Type 2
Imperial orb with lilly ends on top and beaded half circle surrounding the lower part of the imperial orb. Obverse shield with different decorations to the sides.
Type 3
Imperial orb with three petaled flower ends on top, no beaded circle surrounding the orb.
Type 4
Imperial orb with three petaled flower ends on top, beaded circle surrounding the orb. Different shaped frame around bear claws, rosette above. Bear claws inward.
Type 5
Imperial orb with three petaled flower ends on top, beaded circle surrounding the orb.
Different shaped frame around bear claws, heart above. Bear claws outward.
More varieties which are unlisted here exist.
Interesting fact
The 1⁄24 Thaler coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, minted during the reign of Frederick Ulrich (1618-1619), was part of a series of coins that were minted to commemorate the 24th anniversary of Frederick Ulrich's rule. The coin's design features the prince's crowned bust on one side and the coat of arms of the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel on the other. It's made of silver and weighs 0.9 grams.
