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1 Thaler - Frederick William IV "Mining Thaler"
| Silver (.900) | 18.52 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William IV (Friedrich Wilhelm IV) (1840-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1857-1860 |
| Value | 1 Vereinsthaler = 1⁄30 Metric Pound |
| Currency | Vereinsthaler (1821-1873) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 18.52 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#40400 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Text in the center, legend around it.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EIN THALER XXX EIN PFUND FEIN
SEGEN DES
MANSFELDER
BERGBAUES
1857
Edge
Lettered
Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Frederick William IV ("Mining Thaler") coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Prussia. The coin was introduced in 1857, just a few years after Prussia had undergone a series of economic reforms aimed at modernizing the country's economy and increasing its industrial production. The coin's design, which features an image of a miner and a smelting furnace, reflects this focus on industry and mining. Additionally, the coin was minted during the reign of Frederick William IV, who was known for his support of liberal policies and his efforts to promote the arts and sciences. This coin is a tangible representation of the cultural and economic shifts that were taking place in Prussia during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1857 A | 47000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 A | 95000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 A | 94000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 A | 297577 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Thaler - Frederick William IV ("Mining Thaler") 1857-1860 coin.
