2 Thalers - Henry Julius 1607-1611 front 2 Thalers - Henry Julius 1607-1611 back
2 Thalers - Henry Julius 1607-1611 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

2 Thalers - Henry Julius

 
Silver 57.97 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Henry Julius (1589-1613)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1607-1611
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
57.97 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#354514
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. Andrew holding cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HONESTVM * PRO * PATRIA * 1607 *

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Thalers coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features an image of Henry Julius, the ruling prince at the time, on one side, and the coat of arms of the principality on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in the region, and its design reflects the Renaissance influences that were prevalent during that period. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting adds to its historical significance, as silver was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time.