© 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
1640 year| Silver | 29.16 g | - |
| Issuer | State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1619-1640) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1640 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1618-1701) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.16 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#425249 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
24 fold arms, dividing mint master's initials, with date divided below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✶ECT·IN·PRVS·GVLI·CLI·MON·POMERA·SILE·DVX·
1 6 4 0
L M
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the State of Brandenburg-Prussia, minted in 1640 during the reign of George William, was made of silver and weighed 29.16 grams. It's interesting to note that the coin's design featured the image of a crowned eagle on the obverse side, which symbolized the power and authority of the Brandenburg-Prussian state. Additionally, the coin's reverse side featured the coat of arms of the House of Hohenzollern, which was the ruling dynasty of Brandenburg-Prussia at the time. This coin is a valuable piece of history and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Germany.
