1 Thaler - Frederick William 1670-1673 front 1 Thaler - Frederick William 1670-1673 back
1 Thaler - Frederick William 1670-1673 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Thaler - Frederick William

 
Silver 28.35 g -
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1670-1673
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.35 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#425480
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Hatted 26 fold arms between two palm branches dividing mint official's initials below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: S:B:P:M:I:C:B:S:P:C:V:S:C:I:D:B:N:P:H:M:C:C:M &

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 to 1688. He played a significant role in the history of Prussia, and his reign marked the beginning of the state's rise to power and influence in Europe. The coin's design was likely meant to promote his image and reinforce his authority as a powerful leader.