© 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 - George William
1724 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1712-1726) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1724 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Klippe (Rhombus) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#422611 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle holding wrath gun in front surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AUF EINEN GUTEN SCHUS
FOLGT EHRE U. GENUS.
AUF GEWINST
FOLGT VERDIENST .
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth is that it features an image of George William, the ruler of the region, on one side, and an image of the Brandenburg coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted in 1724 and was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. The use of silver in coinage was a common practice in many parts of Europe during this period, as it was seen as a symbol of wealth and prosperity. The fact that this coin has survived for centuries and is still in circulation today is a testament to its historical significance and the enduring legacy of the Brandenburg-Bayreuth region.
