© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
2 Thalers / 3½ Gulden - Frederick William III Pattern
1838 year| Silver (.900) | 37.08 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William III (Friedrich Wilhelm III) (1797-1840) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1838 |
| Value | 3½ Gulden = 2 Reichsthaler = ⅐ Cologne Mark |
| Currency | Vereinsthaler (1821-1873) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 37.08 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#307886 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of Arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ZWEI THALER VII EINE F M
1838
Edge
Lettered
Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 2 Thalers / 3½ Gulden - Frederick William III (Pattern) 1838 from Kingdom of Prussia (German States) is that it was designed by the renowned German engraver and medalist, Johann Gottfried Schadow. Schadow was a prominent artist of the time and is known for his work on various coins, medals, and sculptures. His design for this coin features a portrait of Frederick William III on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse, symbolizing the power and strength of the Prussian kingdom.
