4 Thalers - Christian Louis (Harz - Ausbeute - Löser) 1663 front 4 Thalers - Christian Louis (Harz - Ausbeute - Löser) 1663 back
4 Thalers - Christian Louis (Harz - Ausbeute - Löser) 1663 photo
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4 Thalers - Christian Louis Harz - Ausbeute - Löser

1663 year
Silver 114.84 g -
Description
Issuer
Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle (German States)
Duke
Christian Louis (Christian Ludwig) (1648-1665)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1663
Value
4 Thalers
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
114.84 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#266676
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Horse leaping to the left over mining view

Lettering: CL

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin was issued by Christian Louis, the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle, who was known for his efforts to modernize the economy and infrastructure of his territories. The coin's design, which features the Duke's name and title, as well as the coat of arms of the Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle, reflects the political and economic changes that were taking place during this time. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal at the time, speaks to the economic importance of the region and the coin's intended use in trade and commerce.