© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
5 Thalers - Charles II
| Gold (.900) | 6.61 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brunswick (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles II (Karl II) (1823-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1824-1830 |
| Value | 5 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1815-1856) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 6.61 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271023 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
V
THALER
1824
C v C
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Thalers - Charles II 1824-1830 coin from the Duchy of Brunswick (German States) is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles II, who was the Duke of Brunswick from 1815 to 1830. During his reign, Charles II implemented a number of reforms aimed at modernizing the economy and infrastructure of the duchy, which included the introduction of a new currency system. The 5 Thalers coin was part of this new currency system and was minted in gold to promote trade and commerce within the region. Despite its historical significance, the coin is still highly sought after by collectors today due to its rarity and the fact that it was minted during a time of great change in Germany's history.
