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2 Thalers / 3½ Gulden - Leopold Frederick

 
Silver (.900) 37.12 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
Anhalt-Dessau (German States)
Duke
Leopold IV Frederick (1817-1871)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1839-1846
Value
2 Reichsthaler = 3½ Gulden = ⅐ Cologne Mark
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
37.12 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#46384
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Inscription at top with denomination. Coat of arms on crowned mantle, to the left and right one crowned bear each, acting as supporters. Inscription at bottom with date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* 2 THALER VII EINE F. MARK 3½ GULDEN *
VEREINS 1839 MÜNZE

Edge

Plain with inscription.

Lettering: GOTT SEGNE ANHALT

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in Germany. The German States, including Anhalt-Dessau, were in the process of transitioning from independent states to a unified Germany, which was formalized in 1871. This coin, minted in 1839-1846, represents a unique moment in history when the old system of independent states was still in place, but the seeds of change were already being sown.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1839 A 4700 - - - - - -
1843 A 4700 - - - - - -
1846 A 4700 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Thalers / 3½ Gulden - Leopold Frederick 1839-1846 coin.