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© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
5 Thalers - George II
1758 year| Gold (.900) | 6.7 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George II (Georg II) (1727-1760) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1758 |
| Value | 5 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 6.7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#413801 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRUNS • ET LUN • DUX S • R • I • A • H • ET ELECT •
V
THALER
1758
I • A • S
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Thalers - George II 1758 coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (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 George II, who was the King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1727 until his death in 1760. During his reign, Europe was experiencing significant economic growth and trade, which led to an increase in the demand for gold coins like the 5 Thalers. The coin's high gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
