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4 Thalers - Frederick V
1639 year| Silver | 116 g | - |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Frederick IV (1636-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1639 |
| Value | 4 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 116 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292336 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Duke Frederick IV of Brunswick-Lüneburg on square shield divided into twelve fields, with scrolls around and five crested helmets above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
16 39
⁕ FRIED · ERNEHRD ⁕ · ⁕ UNFRIED . VERZEHRD ⁕
H S
4
Unabridged legend: Fried ernährt, Unfried verzehrt.
Translation: Peace nourishes, discord consumes.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Thalers - Frederick V 1639 coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick V, who was the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle from 1636 until his death in 1648. During his reign, Frederick V implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which helped to stabilize the economy and promote trade in the region. The 4 Thalers coin was a significant part of this effort, as it was designed to be a widely used and highly valued coin that could be easily traded and exchanged for other goods and services. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item to this day.
