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1 Thaler - William IX Konventionstaler
1784 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Hanau-Münzenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William IX (1760-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1784 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#200148 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned complex arms with supporters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: X. EINE FEINE MARCK, BIBERER SILBER
Comment
Minted from silver ore found at the Biberer mine.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - William IX (Konventionstaler) 1784 from County of Hanau-Münzenberg (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of William IX, who was the Count of Hanau-Münzenberg from 1764 until his death in 1821. During his reign, the county underwent significant economic reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which led to the minting of this coin. The coin's design features the image of William IX on one side and the Hanau-Münzenberg coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the county's independence and sovereignty. Despite being minted over 200 years ago, this coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
