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1⁄48 Thaler - Frederick
| Billon | 0.94 g | 18.3 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1735-1763) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1748-1751 |
| Value | 1⁄48 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.94 g |
| Diameter | 18.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#352264 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend in five lines.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
48
EINEN
REICHS
THALER
C . L . R .
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick, Margrave of Brandenburg-Bayreuth, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the administration of his territories. This coin, with its unique blend of copper and silver (known as "billon") and its relatively small weight, reflects the economic and monetary policies of Frederick's government during this time.
