1 Thaler - George Frederick II 1696 front 1 Thaler - George Frederick II 1696 back
1 Thaler - George Frederick II 1696 photo
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1 Thaler - George Frederick II

1696 year
Silver 29.09 g -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach (German States)
Margrave
George Frederick II (Georg Friedrich II) (1692-1703)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1696
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
29.09 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#231034
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Helmeted arms.

Script: Latin

Engraver: Philipp Heinrich Müller

Comment

Mintmaster Paul Grill

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach is that it features an image of George Frederick II, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg-Ansbach from 1674 until his death in 1703. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize the administration of his territories. The coin was minted in 1696 and is made of silver, weighing 29.09 grams. It is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.