© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler - Frederick August
1767 year| Silver (.833) | 28.06 g |
| Issuer | Anhalt-Zerbst (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frederick Augustus (Friedrich August) (1747-1793) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1767 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 28.06 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#317916 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Helmeted arms with supporters
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* DOMINI • GRATIA • SIT • NOBISCUM *
X • E • F • M • S • * F • A • Z • L • M • 1767 AD • NORMAM • CONVENTIONIS •
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from Anhalt-Zerbst, minted in 1767 during the reign of Frederick August, features an image of the prince on the obverse side, while the reverse side shows the coat of arms of the principality. What's interesting is that this coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe, particularly in the German states. The coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity, reflecting the importance of trade and commerce during this period.
