10 Thalers - Ernest August 1839 front 10 Thalers - Ernest August 1839 back
10 Thalers - Ernest August 1839 photo
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10 Thalers - Ernest August

1839 year
Gold (.896) 13.30 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Hannover (German States)
King
Ernest Augustus I (Ernst August I) (1837-1851)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1839
Value
10 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1814-1866)
Composition
Gold (.896)
Weight
13.30 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#173980
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned circled arms.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Thalers - Ernest August 1839 coin from the Kingdom of Hannover (German States) is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of King Ernest Augustus, who ruled the Kingdom of Hannover from 1837 until his death in 1851. During his reign, there was a significant shift towards industrialization and economic growth, which led to an increase in trade and commerce. The coin's gold content and high denomination made it a valuable and prestigious currency, reflecting the growing wealth and prosperity of the region.