4 Schilling - George William II 1704 front 4 Schilling - George William II 1704 back
4 Schilling - George William II 1704 photo
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4 Schilling - George William II

1704 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Lauenburg (German States)
Duke
George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1689-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1704
Value
4 Schilling (¼)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#129672
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

4-line inscription with denomination and mintmasters initials.

Script: Latin

Lettering: *IIII* // SCHILL: // LAUENB: // .JJJ.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 4 Schilling - George William II 1704 from Duchy of Saxe-Lauenburg (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of George William II, who ruled the Duchy of Saxe-Lauenburg from 1675 to 1705. During this time, the Holy Roman Empire was in decline, and the German states were struggling to maintain their independence and economic stability. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the time.