⅔ Thaler - Ernest August 1693-1721 front ⅔ Thaler - Ernest August 1693-1721 back
⅔ Thaler - Ernest August 1693-1721 photo
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⅔ Thaler - Ernest August

 
Silver 13.05 g 34.56 mm
Description
Issuer
Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States)
Prince elector
Ernest Augustus (Ernst August) (1692-1698)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1693-1721
Value
⅔ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
13.05 g
Diameter
34.56 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#51603
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Leaping horse left, value divides date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SOLA BONA QUAE HONESTA
FEIN / SILB
1696

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅔ Thaler coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Ernest August, who was the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg and later became the Elector of Hanover. This period saw significant economic growth and cultural development in the region, and the coin reflects this prosperity with its high silver content and detailed design. Additionally, the coin's design features the image of Ernest August, which makes it a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1695  - - - - - -

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