3 Thalers - Christian Louis 1648 front 3 Thalers - Christian Louis 1648 back
3 Thalers - Christian Louis 1648 photo
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3 Thalers - Christian Louis

1648 year
Silver 84 g 71 mm
Description
Issuer
Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle (German States)
Duke
Christian Louis (Christian Ludwig) (1648-1665)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1648
Value
3 Thalers
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
84 g
Diameter
71 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#31055
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Thalers coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin was issued in 1648, just a few years after the end of the Thirty Years' War, which had devastated much of Europe and disrupted trade and commerce. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, with intricate engravings and a high level of precision in its minting. This speaks to the resilience and skill of the mint workers and the importance of currency in facilitating economic recovery and growth during this time.