1 Schilling - Frederick William 1669-1671 front 1 Schilling - Frederick William 1669-1671 back
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1 Schilling - Frederick William

 
Silver 0.8 g 16.45 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1669-1671
Value
1 Schilling (1⁄32)
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.8 g
Diameter
16.45 mm
Thickness
0.6 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#126763
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

4-line inscription with denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✻ ꟾ SOLID ꟾ PRUSSIÆ ꟾ DUCALIS ꟾ 1671

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Schilling coin from the State of Brandenburg-Prussia is that it was minted during a time of great change and transformation in the region. Frederick William, who ruled from 1669 to 1671, was known for his military conquests and his efforts to centralize power and modernize the state. This coin, which was made of silver and weighed 0.8 grams, was likely used in everyday transactions during this time and provides a glimpse into the economic and monetary systems of the era.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1669  2141000 - - - - - -
1670  7830000 - - - - - -

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