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1 Thaler - Charles Alexander
| Silver | 28.1 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Charles Alexander (Karl Alexander) (1769-1791) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1782-1783 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.1 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#412127 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Lion behind crowned shield on base. Framed by order chain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ZEHEN EINE FEINE MARK *
E D
BAYREUTH
1782
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth is that it features an image of Charles Alexander, the Margrave of Brandenburg-Bayreuth, on one side, and an image of the Brandenburg coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during Charles Alexander's reign from 1782 to 1783 and was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States.