⅔ Thaler 1675 front ⅔ Thaler 1675 back
⅔ Thaler 1675 photo
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⅔ Thaler

1675 year
Silver 16 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Rudolph Augustus (Rudolf August) (1666-1704)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1675
Value
⅔ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
16 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#146435
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rampant lion to left between 2 large towers, ornamented arch above, date divided at top, value (2/3) in oval below, legend begins at upper right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONETA BRVNSV.

Interesting fact

The ⅔ Thaler coin was minted during a time of great economic change in the German States. The Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was one of the first states to adopt the Thaler as its standard currency, and the coin was widely used for trade and commerce. The fact that it was made of silver and weighed 16g suggests that it was a valuable and reliable form of currency, and its design and minting process were overseen by skilled craftsmen to ensure its authenticity and quality.