10 Thalers - George William 1829 front 10 Thalers - George William 1829 back
10 Thalers - George William 1829 photo
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10 Thalers - George William

1829 year
Gold (.900) 13.286 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Schaumburg-Lippe (Schaumburg-Lippe, German States)
Prince
George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1807-1860)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1829
Value
10 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1807-1865)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
13.286 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#265077
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Arms within crowned mantle, date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ZEHN THALER
F 1829 F

Interesting fact

The 10 Thalers coin from the Principality of Schaumburg-Lippe, minted in 1829 during the reign of George William, is a rare and valuable collector's item. It is made of .900 gold and weighs 13.286 grams. Interestingly, this coin was used as a means of payment in the Principality, but its value was not fixed to the gold standard, meaning its value could fluctuate based on the market price of gold. This fact makes it a unique piece of numismatic history, showcasing the transition from a silver-based currency to a gold-based currency in the 19th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1829  179 - - - - - -
1829 FF 874 - - - - - -

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