1⁄12 Thaler - Frederick III

Reverse

Crowned oval shield of scepter arms between palm branches, divides date and mintmaster's initials, 2-line inscription in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SUUM CUIQUE
16 = 93 ꟾ LC = S
12.EINEN ꟾ R.T

Edge

Plain

Comment

Coin minted at the Berlin Monetary Workshop.

• LCS - Lorenz Christoph Schneider - 1682 - 1701
  

Many variants listed (see v. Schrötter page 270)

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Pièce frappée à l'atelier monétaire de Berlin.

• LCS - Lorenz Christoph Schneider - 1682 - 1701
  

Grand nombre de variantes répertoriées (voir v. Schrötter page 270)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1/12 Thaler coin from Brandenburg-Prussia is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick III, who was the first king of Prussia and ruled from 1692 to 1700. During his reign, Frederick III implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which helped to stabilize the economy and increase trade in the region. The 1/12 Thaler coin was part of this new coinage system and was widely used in everyday transactions. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of silver, which gave it a high level of purchasing power and made it a valuable asset for merchants and traders. Today, the 1/12 Thaler coin is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item, and its historical significance makes it an interesting and valuable addition to any coin collection.

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