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1 Thaler - George I
| Silver | - | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George I (Georg I) (1698-1727) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1698-1705 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#58782 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Saint holding a wooden cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCT ANDREAS REVIVISCENS
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover, made of silver, features an image of George I, who was the first British monarch of the House of Hanover. This coin was minted during his reign from 1698 to 1705. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the alliance between the British and German states, as George I was also the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a few known examples remaining in existence today.
