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⅙ Thaler - William II
| Silver (.500) | 5.32 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Hesse (Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | William II (1821-1847) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1823-1831 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1803-1840) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 5.32 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#109020 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with denomination and date within laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 6 Einen Thaler
Comment
KM# 579.2obverse legend with KURF V. HESSEN instead of KURF. S.L.V.HESSEN
© Image courtesy of Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
KM# 579.3
Error THAELR instead of THALER
© Image courtesy of Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
KM# 579.4
obverse legend with KURF S. L. Z. HESSEN instead of KURF. S.L.V.HESSEN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅙ Thaler coin from Electorate of Hesse (Hesse-Cassel) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of William II, who was the Elector of Hesse-Cassel from 1823-1831. During his reign, there was a significant increase in trade and commerce, which led to the need for a more standardized currency. The ⅙ Thaler coin was one of the first coins to be minted with a standardized weight and purity, which made it easier to use in everyday transactions. This coin is a fascinating piece of history that highlights the evolution of currency and the economic growth of Germany during the early 19th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1823 | 181812 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1824 | 275730 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1825 | 305964 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1826 | 147856 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1827 | 279762 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1828 | 394764 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1829 | 590040 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1830 | 524064 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1831 | 200683 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅙ Thaler - William II 1823-1831 coin.
