1⁄24 Thaler - George William 1625-1627 front 1⁄24 Thaler - George William 1625-1627 back
1⁄24 Thaler - George William 1625-1627 photo
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1⁄24 Thaler - George William

 
Silver 1.9 g 21.5 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1619-1640)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1625-1627
Value
1⁄24 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.9 g
Diameter
21.5 mm
Thickness
0.8 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#125283
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Imperial orb, date to the sides.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MA(RG)• Z• BRAN• D• H• R• R• E(R)• (C•) V• CHV(RF)•

Edge

Plain

Comment

IP = Jakob Panckerts

Variants caption and punctuation:

1625:
  • Bahrf.# 736_a: A/ GEORG- WILHELM- VON- G- G- R/ MA- BRAN- D- H- R- R- E- V- CHVR-
  • Bahrf.# 736_b: A/ GEORG- WILHELM- VON- G- G- R/ MA- BRAN- D- H- R- R- E- V- CHVRF-
  • Bahrf.# 736_c: A/ GEORG- WILHELM- VON- G- G- R/ MAR- Z- BRAN- D- H- R- R- E- V- CHVRF-
  • Bahrf.# 736_d: A/ GEORG- WILHELM- VON- G- G R/ MAR- Z- BRAN- D- H- R- R- E: V- CHVRF-
  • Bahrf.# 736_e: A/ GEORG WILHELM- VON- G- G- R/ MAR- Z- BRAN- D- H- R- R- E- V- CHVRF-
  • Bahrf.# 737_a: A/ GEORG- WILHELM- VON- G- G- R/ MAR- Z- BRAN- D- H- R- R- ER- V- CHVRF
  • Bahrf.# 737_b: A/ GEORG- WILHELM- VON- G- G- R/ MAR- Z- BRAN- D- H- R- R- ER- V- CHVRF-
  • Bahrf.# 738: A/ GEORG- WILHELM- VON- G- G- R/ MAR- Z- BRAN- D- H- R- R- ER- V- CHVRF (without ornaments above the shield)

1627:
  • Bahrf.# 739_a: A/ GEORG- WILHELM- VON- G- G- R/ MARG- Z- BRAN- D- H- R- R- E- C- V- CHVR:
  • Bahrf.# 739_a: A/ GEORG- WILHELM- VON- G- G- R/ MARG- Z- BRAN- D- H- R- R- E- C- V- CHVR-
  • Bahrf.# 740: A/ GEORG- WILHELM- VON- G- G- R/ MARG- Z- BRAN- D- H- R- R- E- C- V- CHVʀ-
  • Bahrf.# 741_a: A/ GEORG- WILHELM- VON- G- G R/ MARG- Z- BRAN- D- H- R- R- E- C- V- CHV
  • Bahrf.# 741_b: A/ GEORG- WILHELM- VON- G- G- R/ MARG- Z- BRAN- D- H- R- R- E- C- V- CHVʀ-
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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1/24 Thaler coin from the State of Brandenburg-Prussia is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of George William, who was the Elector of Brandenburg from 1625 to 1627. During his reign, the state of Brandenburg-Prussia was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. Despite these challenges, the 1/24 Thaler coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, and its silver content made it a valuable commodity. This fact highlights the importance of responsible monetary policy and the role of precious metals in maintaining economic stability.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1625 IP 480000 - - - - - -
1627 IP 117000 - - - - - -

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