1 Thaler - Joseph Frederick 1781 front 1 Thaler - Joseph Frederick 1781 back
1 Thaler - Joseph Frederick 1781 photo
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1 Thaler - Joseph Frederick

1781 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Hildburghausen (German States)
Regent
Joseph Frederick (Joseph Friedrich) (1780-1787)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1781
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1759-1826)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#368435
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Knight standing with sword and shield.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ZEHEN EINE FEINE MARK
1781

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Hildburghausen, minted in 1781 during the reign of Joseph Frederick, is notable for its unique design. The obverse side features an image of the duke himself, while the reverse side depicts a crowned eagle holding a scepter and a shield with the coat of arms of the duchy. This design was meant to symbolize the duke's power and authority, and it was a departure from the more traditional designs found on coins of the time.