© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
4 Thalers - Frederick Ulrich St. Jacobslöser
1625 year| Silver | 116.53 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1625 |
| Value | 4 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 116.53 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#275661 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standing facing figure of St. Jacob with pilgrim staff and book, Jehovas name with rays surrounding above.
Script: Latin
Comment
Mintmaster Hermann SchlanbuschInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of St. Jacobslöser, a mythical creature said to have the body of a lion, the antlers of a deer, and the tail of a serpent. The creature was believed to have the power to protect against the plague, which was a significant concern during the time the coin was minted. The inclusion of this image on the coin reflects the cultural beliefs and superstitions of the time period.
