1⁄12 Thaler - Frederick William I 1717-1718 front 1⁄12 Thaler - Frederick William I 1717-1718 back
1⁄12 Thaler - Frederick William I 1717-1718 photo
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1⁄12 Thaler - Frederick William I

 
Billon (.437 silver) 3.36 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Prussia (German States)
King
Frederick William I (Friedrich Wilhelm I) (1713-1740)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1717-1718
Value
1⁄12 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon (.437 silver)
Weight
3.36 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#315229
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned oval shield of scepter arms between palm branches, 12. EIN. R. T. in curved band below

Script: Latin

Lettering: 12 EIN R T

Comment

IFS = Jobst Friedrich Sauerbrey

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick William I of Prussia, who was known as the "Soldier King" for his military reforms and conquests. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the Prussian eagle on the other, symbolizing the power and authority of the Prussian state.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1718 IFS 180451 - - - - - -

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