⅛ Thaler - Frederick I 1737-1745 front ⅛ Thaler - Frederick I 1737-1745 back
⅛ Thaler - Frederick I 1737-1745 photo
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⅛ Thaler - Frederick I

 
Silver - 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel)
Landgrave
Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1730-1751)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1737-1745
Value
⅛ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#181710
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

5-line central inscription with denomination, date and mintmasters initials. Legend surrounding with a small flower on top.

Lettering:
I. K. M. I. S. FURSTL. HESS. LANDMUNTZ
VIII
EINEN
R. THAL
1738
L.R

Translation: I. K. M. I. S. stands for "Ihro Königl. Majestät in Schweden"

Comment

Hoffm. 2038

Interesting fact

The ⅛ Thaler coin from Hesse-Cassel was minted during the reign of Frederick I, who was a member of the House of Hesse-Cassel, a prominent noble family in Germany. The coin was made of silver and was used as a standard circulation coin during Frederick's reign from 1737 to 1745. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Frederick I on one side, while the other side bears the coat of arms of Hesse-Cassel. This coin was minted during a time when Hesse-Cassel was an independent state within the Holy Roman Empire, and it reflects the political and economic significance of the region during that period. Overall, the ⅛ Thaler coin from Hesse-Cassel is a fascinating piece of history that provides insight into the political, economic, and cultural context of the time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1738 LR 120000 - - - - - -

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