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3 Thalers - Frederick Ulrich
1617 year| Silver | 85.5 g | 69 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1617 |
| Value | 3 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 85.5 g |
| Diameter | 69 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#70556 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shielded arms with 5 helmets above, on the sides wildmans holding a tree and with their other hand holding the arms. Value at bottom and date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*DEO*ET*PATRIÆ . * / * ANNO*DOMINI*1617*
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Thalers - Frederick Ulrich 1617 coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it features an image of a lion on one side, which was a symbol of strength and power in the German States during that time period.
