© MANFRED OLDING Münzenhandlung
© MANFRED OLDING Münzenhandlung
24 Mariengroschen / ⅔ Thaler - George III
| Silver | 13.13 g | 34.8 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George III (Georg III) (1760-1820) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1785-1789 |
| Value | ⅔ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.13 g |
| Diameter | 34.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#407115 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Wildman with tree in hand within legend, denomination to the right, above mark
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BR·ET·LVN·DVX·S·R·I·A·TH·ET·EL·
24
C·
Unabridged legend: Brunswick et Lünenburg Dux, Sacri Romani Imperii Archi Thesaurarius et Elector
Translation: Duke of Brunswick and Lueneburg, Arch Treasurer and Prince Elector of the Holy Roman Empire
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 24 Mariengroschen / ⅔ Thaler coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) was minted during the reign of George III, who was the King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1760 to 1820. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, and it features an image of George III on one side and the coat of arms of Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighs 13.13 grams. It's an interesting piece of history that highlights the connections between the British monarchy and the German states during that time period.
