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1 Reichsthaler - Frederick II
1764 yearSilver (.750) | 22.272 g | 38 mm |
Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
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King | Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1764 |
Value | 1 Thaler |
Currency | Thaler |
Composition | Silver (.750) |
Weight | 22.272 g |
Diameter | 38 mm |
Shape | Round |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#32117 |
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Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned eagle, value above, date and shop mark below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EIN REICHSTHALER
1764
F
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Reichsthaler - Frederick II 1764 coin from the Kingdom of Prussia (German States) is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick the Great, who was a prominent figure in European history and known for his military conquests and administrative reforms. The coin's design features an image of Frederick II on the obverse side, while the reverse side bears the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Prussia. The use of silver in the coin's composition and its relatively low weight compared to other coins of the time period are also notable features.