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⅓ Thaler - George II William
| Silver | 7.8 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1665-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1692-1693 |
| Value | ⅓ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.8 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#157234 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Pouncing horse left over denomination in oval separating the date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QUO FAS ET GLORIA DUCUNT
1692
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Interesting fact
The ⅓ Thaler coin was minted during a time of great economic change in the German States. The coinage reform of 1692, which introduced this coin, was an attempt to stabilize the currency and combat inflation. The ⅓ Thaler was equivalent to 30 groschen, and it was intended to be a more practical and convenient denomination for everyday transactions. Despite its introduction during a time of economic uncertainty, the ⅓ Thaler coin remained in circulation for several decades and is now a sought-after collector's item.
