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8 Schilling - George II August
1738 year| Silver | 5.31 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Lauenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George II (Georg II) (1727-1760) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1738 |
| Value | 8 Schilling (½) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.31 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#144897 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
3-line central inscription with denomination and date within inner circle, legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIII/SCHILLING/date
+NACH DEM LVBSCHEN FVS
Interesting fact
The 8 Schilling coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Lauenburg, issued in 1738 during the reign of George II, features an interesting design element - a stylized portrait of the duke, with a large wig and a prominent nose, which was a distinctive feature of the time period's fashion.
