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⅙ Thaler - Frederick William IV
| Silver (.521) | 5.345 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William IV (Friedrich Wilhelm IV) (1840-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1858-1860 |
| Value | ⅙ Vereinsthaler = 1⁄180 Metric Pound |
| Currency | Vereinsthaler (1821-1873) |
| Composition | Silver (.521) |
| Weight | 5.345 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#47405 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle with the date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VI EINEN THALER CLXXX EIN PF. F.
1859
Edge
Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅙ Thaler coin from the Kingdom of Prussia is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick William IV, who was the King of Prussia from 1840 until his death in 1861. During his reign, Prussia underwent significant industrialization and economic growth, which led to an increase in trade and commerce. The ⅙ Thaler coin was likely used in everyday transactions during this time and would have been a common sight in the markets and shops of Prussia.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1858 A | 96000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 A | 32334 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 A | 128496 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅙ Thaler - Frederick William IV 1858-1860 coin.
