⅓ Thaler - Frederick William 1667-1668 front ⅓ Thaler - Frederick William 1667-1668 back
⅓ Thaler - Frederick William 1667-1668 photo
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⅓ Thaler - Frederick William

 
Silver 7.76 g 34.22 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1667-1668
Value
⅓ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.76 g
Diameter
34.22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#133503
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned arms divide date, value (1/3) below.

Script: Latin

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅓ Thaler coin from the State of Brandenburg-Prussia is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued in 1667-1668, during the reign of Frederick William, who was the Elector of Brandenburg and the Duke of Prussia. This was a period of rapid urbanization and trade, and the coin was likely used extensively in commercial transactions throughout the region. Additionally, the coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and sought-after currency, both within the German States and beyond.