Lot 455
1865 German One Vereinsthaler Frankfurt Coin
Sold December 12, 2025
- Price realized
- $120
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Estimated Value: $180-260
Origin: Germany
Denomination: One Vereinsthaler
Year: 1865
Mint: Frankfurt am Main Germany
Grade/Condition: Estimated: AU-MS
Metal: 50% silver and 50% Other
Weight (+/- 0.2g): Estimated: 20.5 Grams
Additional Description: The 1865 German One Vereinsthaler from Frankfurt is a remarkable example of mid-19th century German coinage, struck during a period when the German states were linked economically through the Vereinsthaler system. Composed of high-purity silver, the coin was used for larger transactions and reflects both the practical and symbolic roles of currency in a fragmented but increasingly interconnected Germany.
The obverse features the imperial eagle of the Free City of Frankfurt, a heraldic emblem emphasizing the city’s autonomy and civic pride within the German Confederation. Surrounding the eagle is the legend identifying Frankfurt as a free city, a reminder of its political and commercial significance in the German states before unification. The reverse shows the denomination 1 Vereinsthaler, the year of issue, and decorative elements that balance functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Lot details
- Lot
- 455
- Auction
- Gold and Silver Showcase
- Closed
- December 12, 2025
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