1 Thaler - Christian Frederick Charles Alexander (Peace) 1779 front 1 Thaler - Christian Frederick Charles Alexander (Peace) 1779 back
1 Thaler - Christian Frederick Charles Alexander (Peace) 1779 photo
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1 Thaler - Christian Frederick Charles Alexander Peace

1779 year
Silver - 45 mm
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach (German States)
Margrave
Charles Alexander (Karl Alexander) (1757-1791)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1779
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
45 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#235328
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Standing female with shield below, inscription in exergue

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIRTVTE ET AEQVITATE PACATA GERMANIA
TESCHINAE / G

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Christian Frederick Charles Alexander (Peace) 1779 coin from Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach is that it features an image of a dove on the reverse side, which symbolizes peace. This design was chosen to commemorate the peaceful reign of Christian Frederick Charles Alexander, who ruled the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach from 1757 to 1791. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of peace and harmony, which was a significant theme during this time period in European history.