1 Thaler - Frederick William 1678-1679 front 1 Thaler - Frederick William 1678-1679 back
1 Thaler - Frederick William 1678-1679 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Thaler - Frederick William

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1678-1679
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#425642
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmeted 26 fold arms supported by helmeted wildmen dividing mint official's initials.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEVS FORTITVDO MEA
C S

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.