© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
⅔ Thaler - George IV
| Silver (.993) | 13.08 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | George IV (1820-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1822-1829 |
| Value | ⅔ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1814-1866) |
| Composition | Silver (.993) |
| Weight | 13.08 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#266100 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Ornate fraction
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRUNSVICENSIS & LUNEBURGENSIS DUX 1827
N D LEIPZIGER FUSSE FEINES SILBER
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅔ Thaler coin from the Kingdom of Hannover is that it was minted during a time of great economic change in Europe. The early 19th century saw the shift from a predominantly agrarian society to one that was increasingly industrialized, and this coin reflects that change. The use of silver in the coin's composition and its relatively small weight compared to other coins of the time period speak to the growing influence of trade and commerce in the region. Additionally, the coin's design, featuring an image of King George IV, highlights the importance of monarchies in European politics during this time.
