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6 Albus - William VIII
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Hanau-Münzenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | William VIII (1736-1760) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1740-1744 |
| Value | 6 Albus (⅛) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#198937 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value, date within circle.
Script: Latin
Comment
Minted in HanauInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 6 Albus - William VIII 1740-1744 from County of Hanau-Münzenberg (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of William VIII, who was the Count of Hanau-Münzenberg from 1740 until his death in 1744. During this time, the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved, and the German states were in the process of reorganizing their currencies. The 6 Albus coin was one of the new coinages introduced during this period, and it was intended to replace the older, debased currency that had been in circulation. The fact that it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, reflects the efforts of the Hanau-Münzenberg government to establish a stable and reliable currency system.
