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1⁄12 Thaler - Ernest August
| Silver (.520) | 1.8 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Ernest Augustus I (Ernst August I) (1837-1851) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1838-1840 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Thaler = 1⁄168 Cologne Mark |
| Currency | Thaler (1814-1866) |
| Composition | Silver (.520) |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#6525 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Name and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLXVIII EINE FEINE MARK
12
EINEN
THALER
1840
JUSTIRT
Engraver: Carl Schlüter
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in the Kingdom of Hannover. In 1837, King Ernest Augustus, who was also the Duke of Cumberland, had ascended to the throne and began a series of reforms aimed at modernizing the country. These reforms included the introduction of a new currency, which is why this coin was minted. The 1/12 Thaler was a new denomination that was introduced as part of this currency reform, and it was intended to be used as a more convenient and practical coin for everyday transactions. Despite the changes, the coin still maintained the traditional design elements of the Kingdom of Hannover, such as the crowned shield with the Hanoverian coat of arms. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the blend of tradition and innovation during a pivotal time in the Kingdom of Hannover.
