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Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel. Julius "Light" Taler 1574-(hh) MS63 NGC, Goslar mint, KM-MB138, Dav-9060, Knyphausen-Unl., Welter-576. Splendid, and a type emblematic of the vibrant artistry that characterized the 16th and 17th-century issues of the Duchy, with an overall care of preservation that simply cannot be taken as at all normal for the period. Flashy--particularly on the reverse--beneath fully original patina, the margins have taken on a charming cabinet iridescence that nicely frames gunmetal centers. Notably a type-date missing from the Preussag Collection.
It is thought that the candle from which the type derives its name ("Lichttaler") was meant to search as a visual metaphor for the obverse legend: Aliis inserviendo consumer ("In the service of others, I consume myself")--Julius' personal motto. Such was fitting for the Duke who regarded the role his position as being in service to his realm.
Ex. Goldberg Auction 20 (May 2003, Lot 500) From the Cape Coral Collection of German Coins, Part I
https://coins.ha.com/itm/german-states/brunswick-wolfenbuttel/german-states-brunswick-wolfenbuttel-julius-light-taler-1574-hh-ms63-ngc-/a/3101-31152.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchives-WorldCoins-3101-08252022
HID02906262019
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Estimate: 1000-1500 USD
Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel. Julius "Light" Taler 1574-(hh) MS63 NGC, Goslar mint, KM-MB138, Dav-9060, Knyphausen-Unl., Welter-576. Splendid, and a type emblematic of the vibrant artistry that characterized the 16th and 17th-century issues of the Duchy, with an overall care of preservation that simply cannot be taken as at all normal for the period. Flashy--particularly on the reverse--beneath fully original patina, the margins have taken on a charming cabinet iridescence that nicely frames gunmetal centers. Notably a type-date missing from the Preussag Collection.
It is thought that the candle from which the type derives its name ("Lichttaler") was meant to search as a visual metaphor for the obverse legend: Aliis inserviendo consumer ("In the service of others, I consume myself")--Julius' personal motto. Such was fitting for the Duke who regarded the role his position as being in service to his realm.
Ex. Goldberg Auction 20 (May 2003, Lot 500) From the Cape Coral Collection of German Coins, Part I
https://coins.ha.com/itm/german-states/brunswick-wolfenbuttel/german-states-brunswick-wolfenbuttel-julius-light-taler-1574-hh-ms63-ngc-/a/3101-31152.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchives-WorldCoins-3101-08252022
HID02906262019
© 2022 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Estimate: 1000-1500 USD