© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
⅔ Thaler - George III
| Silver | 12.73 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George III (Georg III) (1760-1820) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 1772-1800 |
| Value | ⅔ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.73 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#186011 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned quartered arms on ornate shield, value below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
S.R.I.A.TH.&.ELECT. 1791
BRUNS.&.LUN.DUX.
N.D.REICHS.F.
FEIN.SILBER
(2/3)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe, particularly in the German states. The coin was minted in 1772, just a few years before the outbreak of the French Revolution in 1789, which had a profound impact on the political and social landscape of Europe. Additionally, the coin was minted during the reign of George III, who was the King of Great Britain and Ireland at the time, and was also the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg, which gave him control over the German states. This coin is a tangible representation of the complex political and historical events that were taking place in Europe during this time period.
