⅔ Thaler - Frederick I 1703-1706 front ⅔ Thaler - Frederick I 1703-1706 back
⅔ Thaler - Frederick I 1703-1706 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

⅔ Thaler - Frederick I

 
Silver (.750) 17.32 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Prussia (German States)
King
Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1701-1713)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1703-1706
Value
⅔ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver (.750)
Weight
17.32 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#310314
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Very large crowned shield of 11-fold arms divides mintmaster's initials, value (2/3) in oval below divides date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SUUM - CUIQUE
H F H

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Varieties exist

Interesting fact

The ⅔ Thaler coin was minted during the reign of Frederick I, who was also known as Frederick the Great. He was a prominent figure in European history and is known for his military conquests, administrative reforms, and cultural achievements. The coin's design features an image of Frederick I on one side and the Prussian coat of arms on the other. The coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.