5 Thalers - George IV 1821-1830 front 5 Thalers - George IV 1821-1830 back
5 Thalers - George IV 1821-1830 photo
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5 Thalers - George IV

 
Gold (.903) 6.68 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Hannover (German States)
King
George IV (1820-1830)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1821-1830
Value
5 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1814-1866)
Composition
Gold (.903)
Weight
6.68 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#166650
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Inscription with name, date and letter of workshop.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
THALER
1828
B
BRUNSVICENSIS. &: LUNEBURGENSIS DUX *

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Thalers - George IV 1821-1830 from Kingdom of Hannover (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of George IV, who was the King of Hanover and the United Kingdom. The coin's mintage was a result of the currency union between the two countries, which aimed to create a standardized currency system across the German states. This coin, made of gold and weighing 6.68 grams, was a significant denomination at the time and played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce in the region.