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1⁄12 Thaler - Frederick August II
1836 year| Billon (.437 silver) | 3.341 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick Augustus II (Friedrich August II) (1836-1854) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1836 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1806-1839) |
| Composition | Billon (.437 silver) |
| Weight | 3.341 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#95058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with date and denomination, inscription surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
12
EINEN
THALER
1836
160 EINE FEINE MARK
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 German States. The Kingdom of Saxony, where the coin was minted, was experiencing rapid industrialization and urbanization, which led to a growing need for a standardized currency. The 1/12 Thaler coin, made of Billon (a silver-copper alloy) and weighing 3.341g, was a significant step towards achieving this goal, as it was designed to be easily divisible and thus more practical for everyday transactions. This coin is a testament to the efforts of the Kingdom of Saxony to modernize its economy and align itself with other European powers.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1836 G | 690055 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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