© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
1 Thaler - George
| Silver | 28.75 g | - |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | George (Georg) (1634-1641) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1635-1636 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.75 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#363186 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Helmeted arms, date at end of surrounding legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIET: IVST: AC: FORTITVDO. ANNO. 16 35
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg (German States) made of Silver weighing 28.75g was minted during the reign of George, who was the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg from 1635 to 1636. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin during that time and was equivalent to 240 Pfennigs. It's interesting to note that the coin's design featured the coat of arms of the Brunswick-Lüneburg family on one side and the image of St. George slaying a dragon on the other side. This coin is now a rare collector's item and is highly sought after by numismatists.
