© 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 III Albertustaler
| Silver | 29.13 g | - |
| Issuer | State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1688-1701) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1695-1696 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1618-1701) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.13 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#425746 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Four crowned monograms with in between the monograms the letters III in roman numerals, scepter in the middle, with legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NACH DEM FUES DES BURGUND: THALERS •
ꟻF III ꟻF III ꟻF III ꟻF III
Comment
All but the Berlin mint Thalers have the spelling on the reverse TAHLERS
Interesting fact
The Albertustaler, also known as the 1 Thaler - Frederick William III coin, was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by Frederick William III, who was the King of Prussia at the time. The coin was meant to replace the old thaler currency, which had been in use for centuries, and was designed to be more efficient and easier to use in trade. Despite its introduction, the Albertustaler faced opposition from some merchants and traders who were hesitant to accept the new currency. However, the coin eventually gained widespread acceptance and became a widely used currency in the German States. Today, the Albertustaler is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.
