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1 Thaler - Ferdinand III Joachimsthal
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
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King | Ferdinand III (1627-1657) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1643-1656 |
Value | 1 Thaler |
Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
Composition | Silver |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#93864 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle in inner circle, date in legend
Script: Latin
Comment
Prev. KM#920.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Kingdom of Bohemia is that it was used as a standardized unit of currency across the Holy Roman Empire, which was a rare occurrence for currencies at that time. This coin was minted in Joachimsthal, a town in what is now the Czech Republic, and was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely accepted metal for currency. The coin's design featured an image of Ferdinand III, the ruler of the Kingdom of Bohemia, and was used widely throughout the empire for trade and commerce. This coin's standardization and widespread use helped to facilitate economic activity and trade across the region.