5 Thalers - William 1832-1834 front 5 Thalers - William 1832-1834 back
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5 Thalers - William

 
Gold (.900) 6.65 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Brunswick (German States)
Duke
William VIII (1830-1884)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1832-1834
Value
5 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1815-1856)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
6.65 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#66769
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

4-line inscription with denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*V*
THALER
* 1832 *
C.v.C.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Thalers - William 1832-1834 from Duchy of Brunswick (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of William, Duke of Brunswick, who ruled from 1832 to 1834. During this period, the German states were in the process of transitioning from a feudal system to a more modern, centralized government. This coin, made of gold and weighing 6.65 grams, was a symbol of the duchy's wealth and power during this time of change.