5 Thalers - Charles 1775-1778 front 5 Thalers - Charles 1775-1778 back
5 Thalers - Charles 1775-1778 photo
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5 Thalers - Charles

 
Gold (.900) 6.65 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Charles I (Karl I) (1735-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1775-1778
Value
5 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
6.65 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#310789
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Running horse left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NVNQVAM RETRORSVM.1776
5 THALER
I.D.B.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Thalers coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles I, who was a member of the House of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel and ruled the principality from 1775 to 1778. During this period, the German states were experiencing significant economic growth and cultural development, and the coin reflects this prosperity with its high gold content and detailed design. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it has become a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.