1⁄24 Thaler - George William 1687-1688 front 1⁄24 Thaler - George William 1687-1688 back
1⁄24 Thaler - George William 1687-1688 photo
© Alexandr Prokofyev

1⁄24 Thaler - George William

 
Silver 1.63 g 18.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle (German States)
Duke
George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1665-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1687-1688
Value
1⁄24 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.63 g
Diameter
18.6 mm
Thickness
0.7 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#204341
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Imperial orb with denomination with denomination, legend surrounding.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ii i
Z·4
♦ F · BR · LUNEE · LANTMUNTZ

Edge

Plain

Comment

Mint official's Jobst Jakob Janisch initials are in the field near orb on reverse. The are either III or iii.

Interesting fact

The 1⁄24 Thaler coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.63 g was minted during the reign of George William, who was the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle from 1687 to 1688. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which were known for their high silver content and intricate designs. The obverse of the coin features an image of George William, while the reverse features the coat of arms of Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of German coinage.