© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
1⁄12 Thaler - Frederick August I
| Billon (.437 silver) | 3.3 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1806-1827) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1824-1827 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Saxon thaler = 1⁄160 Cologne Mark |
| Currency | Thaler (1806-1839) |
| Composition | Billon (.437 silver) |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#39872 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Value and date, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
160 EINE FEINE MARK
12
EINEN
THALER
1825
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in the Kingdom of Saxony. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by Frederick August I in 1824, which aimed to stabilize the economy and simplify trade. The use of billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice during this time period, as it was more durable than pure silver and had a lower intrinsic value, making it suitable for small denomination coins like the 1/12 Thaler. Despite the efforts to stabilize the economy, the Kingdom of Saxony faced significant challenges in the following years, including political unrest and the impact of the Revolutions of 1848.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1824 S | 2469923 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1825 S | 1721344 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1826 S | 762650 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1827 S | 563854 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1⁄12 Thaler - Frederick August I 1824-1827 coin.
