© 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 - George IV
| Gold (.900) | 6.55 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Brunswick (German States) |
|---|---|
| Regent | George IV (1815-1823) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1822-1823 |
| Value | 5 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1815-1856) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 6.55 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#271021 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TVTOR NOM CAROLI DVCIS BR ET LVN
V
THALER
1822
C v C
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Thalers - George IV 1822-1823 from Duchy of Brunswick (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of George IV, who was the Duke of Brunswick and Lüneburg from 1815 to 1830. During this period, the German states were facing economic challenges, including inflation and debt, which led to the introduction of new currency reforms. The 5 Thalers coin was one of the coins that were introduced as part of these reforms, and it was intended to help stabilize the economy and promote trade in the region. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with its gold content and historical significance making it a sought-after piece among numismatists.
