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⅙ Thaler - William II
| Silver (.625) | 5.25 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Hesse (Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | William II (1821-1847) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1821-1822 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1803-1840) |
| Composition | Silver (.625) |
| Weight | 5.25 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#92595 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with denomination and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*VI*
EINEN
THALER
1821
*
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 early 19th century saw the rise of the Industrial Revolution and the dissolution of the Holy Roman Empire, leading to the formation of new states and territories. The Electorate of Hesse, which was a small state in central Germany, issued this coin as a way to standardize currency and facilitate trade within its borders. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the local economy and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1821 | 38000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1822 | 56000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1821-1822 coin.
