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1⁄12 Thaler - Charles I
| Silver | 3.0 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Charles I (Karl I) (1735-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1764-1780 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.0 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#39844 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
Name and date in the center, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLX EINE FEINE MARCK CONVENT · M ·
12
EINEN
THALER
1766
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1/12 Thaler 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 during the reign of Charles I, who was a member of the House of Welf, a powerful noble family that ruled the principality. During his reign, Charles I implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which helped to stabilize the local economy and increase trade with neighboring regions. The 1/12 Thaler coin was a key part of this system, and it remained in circulation for many years, serving as a symbol of the principality's economic growth and prosperity.
