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1 Thaler - Frederick III
1567 year| Silver | 28.66 g | - |
| Issuer | Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States) |
|---|---|
| Elector palatine | Frederick III the Pious (Friedrich III) (1559-1576) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1567 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.66 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#196235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ornate helmet above 3 shields of arms, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HERR. NACH. DEINEM. WILLEN.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Electors of the Palatinate, made in 1567, is that it features an image of Frederick III, who was the Elector Palatine at the time. The coin was minted during a period of great religious and political upheaval in Europe, and Frederick III played an important role in the Protestant Reformation. The coin's design reflects this historical context, with an inscription on the reverse side that reads "Friedrich III, Gottes Gnaden" or "Frederick III, by the grace of God." This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides a glimpse into the tumultuous history of 16th-century Europe.
