1⁄12 Thaler - William Anthony of Asseburg 1763-1776 front 1⁄12 Thaler - William Anthony of Asseburg 1763-1776 back
1⁄12 Thaler - William Anthony of Asseburg 1763-1776 photo
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1⁄12 Thaler - William Anthony of Asseburg

 
Billon (.375 silver) 3.897 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Paderborn (German States)
Prince-bishop
William Anthony of Asseburg (Wilhelm Anton von Asseburg) (1763-1782)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1763-1776
Value
1⁄12 Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon (.375 silver)
Weight
3.897 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#181270
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

5-line inscription with date and mintmaster's initials.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
160. EINE FEINE MARCK.
12 / EINEN / THALER / (date) / (initials)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe, particularly in the German States. The coin was minted in 1763, just a few years before the start of the American Revolution, and during a period of increased trade and economic growth in Europe. The coin's mintage was also significant because it was one of the first coins to feature a standardized design and denomination across multiple German States, which helped to facilitate trade and commerce across the region.