3 Pfennigs - Rudolph August and Anthony Ulrich
| Silver | 0.6 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Rudolph Augustus (Rudolf August) (1666-1704) Anthony Ulrich (Anton Ulrich) (1685-1714) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1685-1692 |
| Value | 3 Pfennigs (Dreier) (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#281811 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with nomination in the lower half.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 3
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pfennigs coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features a unique combination of two portraits on its obverse side. The coin bears the portraits of Rudolph August, the reigning duke at the time, and his brother Anthony Ulrich, who was the Bishop of Halberstadt. This double portrait design was a rare feature in coins of that era, making it a distinctive and interesting aspect of this particular coin.
