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1 Thaler - Christian Frederick Charles
1781 year| Silver | 41 mm |
| Issuer | County of Hohenlohe-Kirchberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Christian Frederick Charles (Christian Friedrich Karl) (1767-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1781 |
| Value | 1 Conventionsthaler = ⅒ Cologne Mark |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#31331 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Draped and crowned coat of arms, legend and date around it.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ZEHEN EINE FEINE MARK
EX FLAMMISORIOR
W K
17 81
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the County of Hohenlohe-Kirchberg, minted in 1781 during the reign of Christian Frederick Charles, is notable for its unique design. The obverse side features an image of the county's coat of arms, which includes a shield with three lions and a crown, surrounded by foliage and other decorative elements. The reverse side shows a stylized image of a thaler, with the denomination "1 Thaler" written in bold letters. What's interesting about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe, as the Holy Roman Empire was dissolving and many German states were becoming more independent. This coin is a tangible reminder of that historical period and the efforts of the County of Hohenlohe-Kirchberg to establish its own currency and economic system.