GERMAN STATES, BRUNSWICK-LÜNEBURG Reichstaler 1676, Zellerfeld. 28.67 g. Engraver Ernst Brabandt. No Mintmaster signature. Commemorating the death of his nephew, Prince Augustus Frederick. Obv.: Armored bust of Prince Augustus Frederick with long curling wig facing slightly right. Legend: AUGUSTUS FRIDER D BR ET LUN SER EN PR ET DOM DOM A. Rev.: Twelve-line Latin commemorative inscription. Translation: "Born August 24, 1657. Died August 22, 1676, from a head wound received at the siege of Philippsburg, where he commanded as colonel for the Emperor; more mature in glory than in years." Of great rarity. Attractive old patina. Dav 6398, Ex. Künker 346, 28.01.2021, lot 147, ticket enclosed Grade: VF/EF