Thler struck in 1802 at the Breslau mint under King Friedrich Wilhelm III of Prussia. This type, featuring the crowned arms of Prussia supported by wild men, is one of the most recognizable heraldic designs of Prussian coinage.
Issued during the Napoleonic Wars, these talers hold significant historical value and are highly sought after by collectors of both Silesian and Prussian coinage.
Hints of mint luster.
Obverse: bust of King Friedrich Wilhelm III facing left
FRIDR. WILHELM III KOENIG VON PREUSSEN.
Reverse: crowned Prussian coat of arms with eagle, supported by two wild men (“Wilde Männer”), below, denomination EIN THALER and date 1809, mintmark B
Diameter 36 mm, weight 22.07 g
