Description

This is a choice, “Crown” or “Silver Dollar” plus size, very old, "One Thaler" from the Duchy of Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle in Germany. It was struck at the Nienburg mint in 1628 during the 1611 until 1633 reign of Duke Christian “The Elder”. The jolly Santa Claus looking guy on the coin.
 
This coin was struck during the “Thirty Years' War” fought from 1618 until the “Peace of Westphalia” in 1648. It devastated much of Europe, and the Duchy of Brunswick-Lüneburg wasn't spared. Early in the conflict, Duke Christian here joined, with Duke Frederick of Holstein, the side of the Emperor and became “Colonel” of the Lower Saxon Circle troops.
 
Weight: 28.79 Grams, 43 Millimeters, Silver. Mintage: Unknown.
"Standard Catalog of World Coins" (1601-1700) by Krause-Mishler. #29.14.

Obverse: CHRISTIANUS • D • G • EL •/• H (Mintmark) S •/• EP • MIND • DUX • B • ET • L • Christian, by the grace of God, Elector, Bishop of Minden and Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg. • Duke Christian “The Elder”.
 

Reverse: IUSTITIA • ET • CONCORDI • Justice and concord. • 16Z8 • Five ornate crowned helmets and shield of multiple arms.
 
The Coin: A choice, original piece, it saw a few hands and shows light wear. The coin has been well cared for and for a very long time. Fully original, it has never been cleaned, a very nice piece overall. As grading is subjective, please see the pictures and judge for yourself.
 
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