1 Thaler - Frederick William 1684-1686 front 1 Thaler - Frederick William 1684-1686 back
1 Thaler - Frederick William 1684-1686 photo
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1 Thaler - Frederick William

 
Silver 28.99 g -
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1684-1686
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.99 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#397843
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEUS FORTI TUDO MEA
I E
16 84

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the State of Brandenburg-Prussia is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick William, who was the Elector of Brandenburg and the Duke of Prussia. During his rule, he implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which helped to stabilize the economy and increase trade in the region. The 1 Thaler coin was a key part of this system, and it remained in circulation for many years, becoming a symbol of the region's economic growth and prosperity.