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1 Thaler - Frederick William IV "Mining Thaler"
| Silver (.750) | 22.272 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William IV (Friedrich Wilhelm IV) (1840-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1853-1856 |
| Value | 1 Reichsthaler = 1⁄14 Cologne mark |
| Currency | Vereinsthaler (1821-1873) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 22.272 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#40401 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Text in the center, legend around it.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EIN THALER XIV EINE FEINE MARK
SEGEN DES
MANSFELDER
BERGBAUES
1853
Edge
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 1853, just a few years after Prussia had undergone a series of political and economic reforms, including the abolition of feudalism and the introduction of a new constitution. The coin's design, which features an image of Frederick William IV on one side and a mining scene on the other, was meant to symbolize Prussia's growing industrialization and economic prosperity. Despite its historical significance, the coin was only minted for a few years, making it a relatively rare and valuable collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1853 A | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1854 A | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 A | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 A | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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") 1853-1856 coin.
