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1 Groschen / 1⁄24 Thaler - Frederick
| Silver | 1.6 g | 22.25 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1735-1763) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1752-1753 |
| Value | 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 22.25 mm |
| Thickness | 0.67 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#19273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with value, legend around it.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRANDENB:CULMB:LAND MUNZ
CL R
24
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth, where this coin was minted, was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire, and it was known for its rich silver deposits. In fact, the silver used to mint this coin was likely sourced from local mines in the region.
