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2½ Thaler - George IV
| Gold (.903) | 3.34 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | George IV (1820-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1821-1830 |
| Value | 2½ Thalers (2.5) |
| Currency | Thaler (1814-1866) |
| Composition | Gold (.903) |
| Weight | 3.34 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#31253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Name and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2½
THALER
1827
B
BRUNSVICENSIS. &: LUNEBURGENSIS DUX *
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2½ Thaler coin from the Kingdom of Hannover is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of George IV, who was the King of Hanover and the United Kingdom from 1821 to 1830. During this period, the German states were in the process of forming a customs union, which would eventually become the German Empire. The coin's gold content and weight also make it a unique and valuable collector's item.
