5 Thalers - Frederick Francis I 1828-1835 front 5 Thalers - Frederick Francis I 1828-1835 back
5 Thalers - Frederick Francis I 1828-1835 photo
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5 Thalers - Frederick Francis I

 
Gold (.896) 6.6 g -
Description
Issuer
Grand duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (German States)
Grand duke
Frederick Francis I (Friedrich Franz I) (1815-1837)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1828-1835
Value
5 Thalers = 1 Pistole
Currency
Thaler (1815-1872)
Composition
Gold (.896)
Weight
6.6 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#266337
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned arms

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FÜNF THALER
1833

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Thalers coin from the Grand Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick Francis I, who was a progressive ruler who implemented various reforms during his reign, including the abolition of feudalism and the establishment of a constitutional monarchy. Additionally, the coin was minted during a time of economic growth and industrialization in Germany, which led to an increase in trade and commerce, and the need for a standardized currency. The 5 Thalers coin, made of gold and weighing 6.6 grams, was a significant denomination at the time and was widely used in trade and commerce.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1828  1753 - - - - - -
1831  147 - - - - - -
1832  3334 - - - - - -
1833  125 - - - - - -
1835  100 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Thalers - Frederick Francis I 1828-1835 coin.