© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
2½ Thaler - Charles William Ferdinand
| Gold (.900) | 3.28 g |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Charles II William Ferdinand (Karl II Wilhelm Ferdinand) (1780-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1788-1806 |
| Value | 2½ Thalers (2.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 3.28 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271009 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
D. G. DVX BRVNSVICENS. ET LVNEBVRG.
2 1/2
THALER
1800
M.C.
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 William Ferdinand, who was a prominent figure in the German States and played a significant role in the country's political and economic development. The coin's gold content and weight also make it a unique and valuable piece for collectors.
