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5 Thalers - Frederick William I

1851 year
Gold (.900) 6.65 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Hesse (Hesse-Cassel)
Prince elector
Frederick William I (Friedrich Wilhelm I) (1847-1866)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1851
Value
5 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1841-1866)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
6.65 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#47392
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned arms with house order of the golden lion surrounding. Date separated by the order below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FÜNF THAL.
18 51

Edge

Lettering: GOTT MIT UNS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Thalers - Frederick William I 1851 coin from Electorate of Hesse (Hesse-Cassel) is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick William I, who was the King of Prussia from 1740 to 1786. During his reign, Prussia underwent significant economic and military reforms, which helped to lay the foundation for the country's future growth and prosperity. The coin's gold content and intricate design also reflect the value and importance placed on currency during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1851  596 - - - - - -

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