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⅙ Thaler - Charles I
| Silver | 4.9 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Charles I (Karl I) (1735-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1764-1780 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#52051 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Value over date, surrounding legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VI
EINEN
THALER
1764
LXXX. EINE FEINE MARCKCONVENT. M
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅙ Thaler coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles I, who was a member of the House of Welf, a powerful noble family that ruled the principality. During his reign, Charles I implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which helped to stabilize the local economy and increase trade with neighboring regions. The ⅙ Thaler coin was a key part of this system, and it remained in circulation for many years, becoming a popular and trusted form of currency among merchants and traders.
