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1 Thaler - William I
| Silver (.750) | 22.27 g | 34.9 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Hesse (Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | William I (1803-1807, 1813-1821) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1819-1820 |
| Value | 1 Reichsthaler = 1⁄14 Cologne Mark |
| Currency | Thaler (1803-1840) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 22.27 g |
| Diameter | 34.9 mm |
| Thickness | 2.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#33445 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Denomination and date within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EIN
THALER
1819
Edge
Lettering: KUR HESS: LAND MÜNZE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Electorate of Hesse (Hesse-Cassel) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued in 1819-1820, just a few years after the Napoleonic Wars had ended, and during a period of political restructuring and economic modernization in the region. The coin's design, featuring an image of William I, the Elector of Hesse, and the coat of arms of Hesse-Cassel, reflects the political and cultural influences of the time. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting was a common practice during this period, as it was a valuable and widely accepted metal for currency.
