8 Gute Groschen - Charles I 1758-1759 front 8 Gute Groschen - Charles I 1758-1759 back
8 Gute Groschen - Charles I 1758-1759 photo
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8 Gute Groschen - Charles I

 
Silver 7.1 g 28.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Charles I (Karl I) (1735-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1758-1759
Value
8 Gute Groschens (⅓)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.1 g
Diameter
28.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#310517
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Value and date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIII
GUTE
GROS.
L.M
1759

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Gute Groschen coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in the late 18th century, a period marked by the rise of industrialization, trade, and urbanization. The Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was one of the many German states that were experiencing significant economic growth and political transformation during this time. The coin's design, which features an image of Charles I, the ruling duke at the time, and the inscription "8 Gute Groschen," reflects the state's efforts to standardize its currency and facilitate trade with other regions. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable and fascinating piece of history for collectors and historians today.