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1 Thaler - William IV Death of William IV
1662 year| Silver | - | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Weimar (German States) |
|---|---|
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Weimar (German States) |
| Duke | William (1605-1662) |
| Duke | William (1605-1662) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1662 |
| Year | 1662 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1572-1740) |
| Currency | Thaler (1572-1740) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#70357 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Two arms from clouds tying four arrows together below a crown.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FRATRUM INTER SE CONCORDIA QVOVIS MURO FIRMIUS MUNIMENTUM
Comment
KM# 84.1 4-line inscription on base of column Künker Auction 346 Lot 357KM# 84.2 3-line inscription on base of column
KM# 84.3 No inscription on base of column
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin commemorating the death of William IV from the Duchy of Saxe-Weimar is that it features an intricate design on the reverse side, depicting an elaborate tomb with allegorical figures and inscriptions, showcasing the importance of the event and the respect for the deceased ruler.
