© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
2½ Thaler - Charles I
| Gold (.900) | 3.32 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Charles I (Karl I) (1735-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1742-1775 |
| Value | 2½ Thalers (2.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 3.32 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#169959 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Horse leaping left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NVNQVAM RETRORSVM.1746
EK
2 1/2 THALER
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2½ 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 from 1388 to 1807. During Charles' reign, the principality experienced significant economic growth and cultural development, and the coinage issued during this time reflects the increasing prosperity and influence of the region. The use of gold in the coin's minting also signifies the value and importance of the coin, as gold was a highly valued and sought-after metal at the time.
