© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Thaler - Frederick William I
1717 year| Silver | 29.24 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William I (Friedrich Wilhelm I) (1713-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1717 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.24 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#304582 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield divides date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
17 17
I.F S
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Kingdom of Prussia, minted in 1717 during the reign of Frederick William I, was used as a means of payment for the Prussian army during the Seven Years' War (1756-1763). The coin was made of silver and weighed 29.24 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. This coin played an important role in the war effort, as it was used to pay soldiers and purchase supplies for the military. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with some mint-condition coins selling for thousands of dollars.
