1⁄48 Thaler - Henry XI 1763 front 1⁄48 Thaler - Henry XI 1763 back
1⁄48 Thaler - Henry XI 1763 photo
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1⁄48 Thaler - Henry XI

1763 year
Billon (.250 silver) 0.97 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Reuss-Obergreiz (Reuss-Greiz, German States)
Count
Henry XI (Heinrich XI) (1723-1768)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1763
Value
1⁄48 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1660-1778)
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Weight
0.97 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#150591
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

4-line inscription with value and date.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted in 1763, just a few years before the outbreak of the American Revolution, and during a period of increased trade and economic growth in Europe. This coin, and others like it, played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce during this time.