© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
10 Thalers - Charles William Ferdinand
| Gold (.900) | 13.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Charles II William Ferdinand (Karl II Wilhelm Ferdinand) (1780-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1781-1784 |
| Value | 10 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 13.3 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#312130 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
D.G.DVX BRVNSVICENS.ET LVNEBVRG
X
THALER
1781
M.C.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Thalers coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in the late 18th century, a period marked by the rise of Enlightenment ideas and the decline of feudalism. The Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was one of the many German states that were undergoing significant political and economic reforms during this time. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing need for a standardized currency that could facilitate trade and commerce within the region.
