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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 | 1853-1856 |
| Value | ⅙ Reichsthaler = 1⁄84 Cologne Mark |
| 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#47411 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VI EINEN THALER LXXXIV EINE F. M.
18 53
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 economic and political change in Germany. The coin was introduced in 1853, just a few years after the German Confederation was dissolved and the German States began to unify under the leadership of Prussia. The coin's design, featuring an image of Frederick William IV on one side and the Prussian eagle on the other, reflects the growing sense of national identity and unity among the German people during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1853 A | 216000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1854 A | 116000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 A | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 A | 51000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1853-1856 coin.
