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⅓ Thaler - George III
| Silver | 6.9 g | 28.7 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George III (Georg III) (1760-1820) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1762-1784 |
| Value | ⅓ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.9 g |
| Diameter | 28.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#392737 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: BR. ET. S. LVN.DVX.S.R.I.A.TH. ET EL. (12 L.C.R.)
Interesting fact
The ⅓ Thaler coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) was minted during the reign of George III (1762-1784) and features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of the German States on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed 6.9 grams. Despite its relatively small size, the coin was an important part of the local economy and was used for everyday transactions. Today, it is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians interested in the history of German currency.
