1⁄24 Thaler - George William 1624-1631 front 1⁄24 Thaler - George William 1624-1631 back
1⁄24 Thaler - George William 1624-1631 photo
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1⁄24 Thaler - George William

 
Silver 1.1 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
George William (Georg Wilhelm) (1619-1640)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1624-1631
Value
1⁄24 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.1 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#70578
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Imperial orb inside frame separating the date. Legend in german for "Des Heiligen Romisches Reichs Ertz-Cämmerer Und Churfürst In Preussen Zu Gülich Cleve Berg"

Script: Latin

Lettering:
D.H.R.R.ERTZ.C.V.CHVRF.I.P.Z.G.C.B:
16 Z4
Z4

Translation: Arch-Chamberlain of the Holy Empire, Prince Elector in Prussia for Gülich, Kleve and Berg.

Comment

LM = Liborius MüllerAutomatically translated

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 Duke of Brandenburg from 1624 to 1631. During his reign, the duchy experienced significant economic growth and military expansion, which led to an increase in trade and commerce. The 1/24 Thaler coin was likely used for everyday transactions and would have been a common sight in the markets and shops of the time. Despite its small size, the coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political climate of 17th century Brandenburg-Prussia.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1624 LM 423000 - - - - - -
1628 LM 79000 - - - - - -

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