© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
1 Thaler - Francis Josias
1764 year| Silver (.833) | 28.06 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Francis Josias (1735-1764) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1764 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Conventionsthaler (1763-1826) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 28.06 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#320840 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Small shield of 4-fold arms, with central shield of ducal Saxony, superimposed on larger shield of 4-fold arms in crowned baroque frame, date at end of legend, mintmaster’s initials below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
X. EINE FEINE MARCK. 1764
I.C.E.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld is that it features an image of Francis Josias, the reigning duke at the time, on one side, and an image of the coat of arms of the duchy on the other. This coin was minted in 1764 and was made of silver with a purity of .833, which means it contains 83.3% silver and 16.7% other metals. It weighs 28.06 grams and is considered a standard circulation coin of its time.
