⅓ Thaler - Frederick William 1674-1675 front ⅓ Thaler - Frederick William 1674-1675 back
⅓ Thaler - Frederick William 1674-1675 photo
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⅓ Thaler - Frederick William

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1674-1675
Value
⅓ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#133526
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

10-fold arms, crown above divides date, value 1/3 below.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The ⅓ Thaler coin was minted during the reign of Frederick William, also known as the "Great Elector," who ruled Brandenburg-Prussia from 1640 to 1688. This coin was part of a series of reforms he implemented to modernize the state's economy and military. The coin's design featured the image of the Elector himself, and its silver content was meant to symbolize the state's wealth and prosperity. Despite its age, some of these coins are still highly sought after by collectors today, and they can fetch high prices at auction.