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⅙ Thaler - Charles William Frederick
| Silver | 4.64 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | County of Sayn-Altenkirchen (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Charles William Frederick (Karl Wilhelm Friedrich) (1741-1757) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1755-1756 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1648-1803) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.64 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#314182 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value and Year in 4 Lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✤ VI ✤
EINEN
REICHS
THALER
1756
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅙ Thaler coin from the County of Sayn-Altenkirchen is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to test its authenticity. In the 18th century, counterfeit coins were a common problem, and this hole was used as a way to ensure that the coin was genuine. The hole was drilled in a specific location on the coin, and if the hole was not present, or if it was in the wrong location, it was a sign that the coin was counterfeit. This feature makes the ⅙ Thaler coin from Sayn-Altenkirchen stand out from other coins of the time period.
