© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
2 Thalers - Frederick Ulrich St. Jacobslöser
1625 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1625 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#258143 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Standing facing figure of St. Jacob with pilgrim staff and book, Jehovas name with rays surrounding above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: * - * S//* ECCE METALLIFERI CHELYS ANTE AFFLICATA IACOBI ° NUCPTER MODUL : ARGETI PODER • DONAT
Comment
Struck from silver ore fount at Grube St. Jacob in Lautenthal.Mintmaster HS - Hermann Schlanbusch
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Thalers - Frederick Ulrich (St. Jacobslöser) 1625 coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features an image of a man on horseback, believed to be a depiction of Saint Jacob, the patron saint of pilgrims. This image was commonly used on coins during the Renaissance period as a symbol of protection and guidance for travelers.
