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⅔ Thaler - George III
| Silver (.993) | 13.08 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1814-1820) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1813-1814 |
| Value | ⅔ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1814-1866) |
| Composition | Silver (.993) |
| Weight | 13.08 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#26822 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Large central denomination, surrounded by two rows of lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*BRUNS.&.LUNEB.DUX S.R.I.A.TH.&.ELECT.1814
2/3
N.D.REICHS FUSS.FEIN SILBER.
Translation:
Brunsvicensis Et Luneburgensis Dux Sacri Romani Imperii
Archi Thesaurarius Et Elector 1814
[Duke of Brunswick and Lüneburg, of the Holy Roman Empire Archtreasurer and Elector 1814]
Nach Dem Reichs Füss, Fein Silber
[According to the rate of the Empire, fine silver]
Edge
Patterned.
Comment
M - Heinrich Ludwig Maas - Medalist at Clausthal MintInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅔ Thaler coin from the Kingdom of Hannover is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Europe, particularly in the German States. The coin was introduced as part of a currency reform aimed at addressing the issue of counterfeit coins and stabilizing the economy. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin has remained a popular collector's item and a testament to the rich history of numismatics.
