1 Thaler - William II 1821-1822 front 1 Thaler - William II 1821-1822 back
1 Thaler - William II 1821-1822 photo
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1 Thaler - William II

 
Silver (.750) 22.27 g -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Hesse (Hesse-Cassel)
Prince elector
William II (1821-1847)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1821-1822
Value
1 Reichsthaler = 1⁄14 Cologne Mark
Currency
Thaler (1803-1840)
Composition
Silver (.750)
Weight
22.27 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#371413
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Denomination and date within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
EIN
THALER
1822

Edge

Lettering: KUR HESS. LAND MUNZE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from 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 1821-1822, a period when the Holy Roman Empire had recently been dissolved and many German states were struggling to establish their own currencies and economic systems. The 1 Thaler coin was an important part of this process, as it was widely used throughout the region and helped to standardize currency across different states. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight made it a valuable and reliable form of currency, which helped to promote trade and commerce in the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1821  2385 - - - - - -
1822  3456 - - - - - -

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