© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1⁄24 Thaler - George William
| Silver | 1.74 g | - |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1712-1726) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1712-1726 |
| Value | 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.74 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#158402 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Eagle with shield on breast within inner circle.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1/24 Thaler coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of George William, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg-Bayreuth from 1712 to 1726. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved, and many German states, including Brandenburg-Bayreuth, began to assert their independence and issue their own coins. The 1/24 Thaler coin is a rare example of this era's currency and a testament to the region's rich history and cultural heritage.
