1 Schilling - Frederick William 1659-1660 front 1 Schilling - Frederick William 1659-1660 back
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1 Schilling - Frederick William

 
Silver 0.82 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1659-1660
Value
1 Schilling (1⁄32)
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.82 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#42531
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

4-line inscription with value, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MON NOV MARCANA 1660
I
SCHIL
ING
52

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 transition in the region. The coin was minted in 1659-1660, a period when the Brandenburg-Prussian state was undergoing significant political and economic reforms. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing need for a standardized currency system in the region, as the state was rapidly expanding its territories and trade networks. The coin's design, featuring Frederick William, the Great Elector, reflects the importance of the ruling dynasty and the growing power of the state during this time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1660  44000 - - - - - -

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