⅙ Thaler - Frederick II 1767-1768 front ⅙ Thaler - Frederick II 1767-1768 back
⅙ Thaler - Frederick II 1767-1768 photo
© M. Sander

⅙ Thaler - Frederick II

 
Silver 5.6 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel)
Landgrave
Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1760-1785)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1767-1768
Value
⅙ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.6 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#184952
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

6-line central inscription with denomination, date and mintmasters initials.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* VI *
EINEN
REICHS
THAL.

FÜRSTL: HESS: LANDM:
*IUSTIRT*

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅙ Thaler coin from Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel is that it features an image of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was the ruler of Prussia at the time. He was known for his military conquests and his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Prussian state. The coin's design was likely meant to honor him and solidify his legacy.