8 Gute Groschen - Charles I 1759-1762 front 8 Gute Groschen - Charles I 1759-1762 back
8 Gute Groschen - Charles I 1759-1762 photo
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8 Gute Groschen - Charles I

 
Silver 8 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Charles I (Karl I) (1735-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1759-1762
Value
8 Gute Groschens (⅓)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
8 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#310519
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Value and date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIII
GUTE
GROS.
HZ.BR.L.L.M.
1759
A.C.B

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 during the reign of Charles I, who was a member of the House of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel and ruled the principality from 1759 to 1762. During this period, the German states were experiencing significant economic growth and trade, and the demand for silver coins like the 8 Gute Groschen was increasing. The coin's design, which features an image of Charles I on one side and the coat of arms of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel on the other, reflects the importance of the ruling family and the principality's reputation for producing high-quality silver coins. Despite its age, the 8 Gute Groschen coin remains a popular collector's item and a fascinating piece of history.