1 Thaler - Joachim III Frederick 1605 front 1 Thaler - Joachim III Frederick 1605 back
1 Thaler - Joachim III Frederick 1605 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Thaler - Joachim III Frederick

1605 year
Silver 28.78 g -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg (German States)
Prince elector
Joachim III Frederick (1598-1608)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1605
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1440-1618)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.78 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#297217
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmeted arms

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg is that it features an image of Joachim III Frederick, who was the ruler of the region from 1571 to 1608. He was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government, as well as his support for the Protestant Reformation. The coin's design, which includes his portrait and a depiction of the Brandenburg coat of arms, reflects his importance in the region's history.