5 Thalers "Löser" - Christian Louis 1650 front 5 Thalers "Löser" - Christian Louis 1650 back
5 Thalers "Löser" - Christian Louis 1650 photo
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5 Thalers "Löser" - Christian Louis

1650 year
Silver 144.31 g -
Description
Issuer
Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle (German States)
Duke
Christian Louis (Christian Ludwig) (1648-1665)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1650
Value
5 Thalers
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
144.31 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#321842
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Hand coming out of clouds handing out a laurel wreath to a horse turned left. Mining scene below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: L W

Interesting fact

The 5 Thalers "Löser" coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle (German States) made of Silver weighing 144.31 g has an interesting fact that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The coin was minted in 1650, during the reign of Christian Louis, and it was a time of great inflation and economic instability in the region. Despite this, the coin remained a stable currency and was widely used in trade and commerce. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the people of Brunswick-Lüneburg-Celle during a time of great change and upheaval.