⅓ Thaler - Frederick William 1674-1683 front ⅓ Thaler - Frederick William 1674-1683 back
⅓ Thaler - Frederick William 1674-1683 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

⅓ Thaler - Frederick William

 
Silver 11.63 g -
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1674-1683
Value
⅓ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.63 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#133528
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Crowned arms separating mintmaster's initials, date left at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONETA·NOVA·ARGENTEAI 1674
GDZ

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and transformation in the State of Brandenburg-Prussia. Frederick William, also known as the "Great Elector," was the ruler of the state at the time and implemented numerous reforms, including the creation of a new coinage system, which led to the minting of this ⅓ Thaler coin. This coin represents a significant moment in the history of Brandenburg-Prussia and is a testament to the state's economic and political development during that period.