1 Thaler - Charles Albert and Charles Philip 1740 front 1 Thaler - Charles Albert and Charles Philip 1740 back
1 Thaler - Charles Albert and Charles Philip 1740 photo
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1 Thaler - Charles Albert and Charles Philip

1740 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States)
Elector palatine
Charles III Philip (Karl III Philipp) (1716-1742)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1740
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#32028
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Electors of the Palatinate (German States) is that it features a unique double portrait of Charles Albert and Charles Philip, who were both Electors of the Palatinate at the time. This double portrait design was a departure from the traditional single-person portrait found on most coins, and it symbolized the unity and cooperation between the two Electors. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material that was commonly used for coins during that time period.