1 Thaler - Frederick William 1650 front 1 Thaler - Frederick William 1650 back
1 Thaler - Frederick William 1650 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Thaler - Frederick William

1650 year
Silver 29.05 g -
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1650
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Weight
29.05 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#425344
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmeted 25 fold arms supported by wildmen in helmets, dividing mint official's initials and helmets dividing date quarterly above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1 6 5 0
C T
MAGD·PR·I·C·M·S·P·DVX

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 1640 until his death in 1688. He was a key figure in the history of Prussia and played a significant role in the development of the state's military, economy, and culture. The coin's design was likely meant to promote his image and reinforce his authority as a powerful leader.