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⅙ Thaler - George III
| Silver | 3.32 g | 23.47 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George III (Georg III) (1760-1820) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1790-1791 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.32 g |
| Diameter | 23.47 mm |
| Thickness | 0.93 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#131131 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Wild man holding pine tree in right hand, value to the right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRUNS·&·LUN·DUX·S·R·I·A·TH·&·ELEGT·
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Translation: Brunswick et Lunenburg Dux Sacri Romani Imperii Archi Thesaurarius et Elector
Edge
Chain track
Interesting fact
The ⅙ Thaler coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) minted during the reign of George III (1790-1791) was part of a series of coins that were minted to commemorate the King's visit to the region in 1786. The coin features an image of George III on one side and the coat of arms of the region on the other. It's a rare and valuable coin among collectors today, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.
