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1½ Thaler - Christian Louis Harz - Ausbeute - Löser
1661 year| Silver | - | 64 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Christian Louis (Christian Ludwig) (1648-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1661 |
| Value | 1½ Thaler (1.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 64 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#301383 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse leaping to the left over mining view
Lettering: CL
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1½ Thaler coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to test its authenticity. In the 17th century, counterfeit coins were a common problem, and this hole was used as a way to ensure that the coin was made of genuine silver and not a fake. This feature is known as a "Löser" or "Ausbeute" and was a common practice in the German States during that time period.
