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⅓ Reichsthaler - Frederick William III
1809 year| Silver (.666) | 8.352 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William III (Friedrich Wilhelm III) (1797-1840) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1809 |
| Value | ⅓ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver (.666) |
| Weight | 8.352 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#95887 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
6-line inscription within oak wreath with date, denomination and mintmark. Legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
3 // EINEN // REICHS // THALER // 1809 // G
ZWEI UND VIERZIG EINE FEINE MARK
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅓ Reichsthaler coin from the Kingdom of Prussia (German States) is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil and monetary reform. The coin was introduced in 1809, just a few years after the Napoleonic Wars had ravaged Europe and disrupted trade and commerce. As a result, many European countries, including Prussia, were facing economic challenges and were forced to reform their monetary systems. The ⅓ Reichsthaler coin was part of these reforms, and it was designed to be a more stable and reliable currency than the previous Thaler coin, which had been devalued due to excessive minting. The use of silver in the coin's production also added to its value and stability. Despite the challenges of the time, the ⅓ Reichsthaler coin remained in circulation for many years and is now a sought-after collector's item.
