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¼ Thaler - Frederick II Bicentenary of the Reformation
1717 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1691-1732) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1717 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1680-1826) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#32728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VOBIS INVITIS
¼
IVBIL·EVANG·II
I·1717·T·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Reformation, which was a significant event in European history that marked the split between Protestantism and Catholicism. The coin features an image of Frederick II, who was a prominent figure during the Reformation and played a key role in the spread of Protestantism in Germany. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of silver make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
