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5 Thalers - George William
1660 year| Silver | 143.5 g | 82 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1648-1665) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1660 |
| Value | 5 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 143.5 g |
| Diameter | 82 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292330 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Figures of Piety and Justice below tree, arm from heaven with wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIETATE ET JUSTITIA
5
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Thalers coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued in 1660, just a few years after the Thirty Years' War had ended, which had devastated much of Germany and disrupted trade and commerce. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, with intricate designs and inscriptions that reflect the cultural and artistic traditions of the time.
