© MANFRED OLDING Münzenhandlung
© MANFRED OLDING Münzenhandlung
1⁄12 Thaler - Francis Josias
1763 year| Billon (.437 silver) | 3.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Francis Josias (1735-1764) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1763 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Reichsthaler = 1⁄16 Conventionsthaler |
| Currency | Conventionsthaler (1763-1826) |
| Composition | Billon (.437 silver) |
| Weight | 3.34 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#320824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
3-line inscription in circle, date at end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLX. EINE FEINE MARCK. 1763
12
EINEN
THALER
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1763 1/12 Thaler coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld is that it features a unique blend of metals, known as "Billon," which consists of 43.7% silver and 56.3% copper. This blend was commonly used in German States during the 18th century to create coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than pure silver coins. The use of Billon in coinage also allowed for the creation of coins with a lower silver content, making them more accessible to a wider range of people.
