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2 Schillings - Frederick Ulrich Kipper
| Silver | 1.41 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1620-1621 |
| Value | 1⁄16 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.41 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#254301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imperial eagle, 16 in orb on breast, titles of Ferdinand II, date in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERDINAND II DG RISA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Schillings - Frederick Ulrich (Kipper) 1620-1621 coin from Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was a small state in what is now northern Germany, and it was struggling to maintain its independence and economic stability in the face of powerful neighboring states and the Thirty Years' War. Despite these challenges, the Kipper coinage, which included this 2 Schillings coin, was introduced as a new currency to help stabilize the economy and promote trade. The coin's design, featuring Frederick Ulrich, the ruling Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, and the silver content, were meant to convey the value and legitimacy of the coinage.
