1 Thaler - Frederick William 1645-1647 front 1 Thaler - Frederick William 1645-1647 back
1 Thaler - Frederick William 1645-1647 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Thaler - Frederick William

 
Silver 28.70 g -
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1645-1647
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.70 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#425332
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

24 fold arms dividing mint official's initials and dividing date above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ARC·CA·EL·PRVS·IV·CLI·MON·POM·CRO·COR·IN·SILE·DVX·
16 45
C T

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the State of Brandenburg-Prussia is that it features an image of Frederick William, also known as the "Great Elector," who was the ruler of Brandenburg-Prussia from 1645 to 1647. He was a prominent figure in German history and is credited with laying the foundations for the future Prussian state. The coin's design was likely meant to promote his image and reinforce his authority as a leader.