1871 Prussia 1 Thaler Silver Coin – Victory Over France – Wilhelm I – KM#500

1871 Prussia 1 Thaler - "Victory Over France" Silver Coin

Historic silver 1 Thaler issued in 1871 by the Kingdom of Prussia to commemorate victory in the Franco-Prussian War, the conflict that led to the creation of the German Empire.

The coin features Wilhelm I, King of Prussia and the first German Emperor.

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Coin Details

• Country: Prussia (German States)

• Year: 1871

• Denomination: 1 Thaler

• Composition: .900 Silver

• Silver Weight: ~0.536 oz ASW

• Weight: ~18.52 g

• Diameter: ~33 mm

• Mint: Berlin Mint

• Mint Mark: A

• KM Number: KM#500

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Obverse

Bust of Wilhelm I facing right with legend:

"WILHELM KOENIG VON PREUSSEN"

(Wilhelm King of Prussia)

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Reverse

Seated crowned Germania (Victory) holding sword and shield with inscription:

"SIEGES THALER"

Commemorating the victory over France in the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871).

Date 1871 shown below.

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Edge Lettering

Incuse inscription including the motto:

"GOTT MIT UNS"

("God With Us")

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Condition

Circulated

Major design elements and legends remain clear.

Please review all photos carefully for exact condition.

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Historical Significance

This coin was struck the same year the German Empire was proclaimed in 1871, marking the unification of Germany under Prussian leadership.

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✔ Great collectible for:

• German Empire coin collectors

• Silver world coin collectors

• 19th century European history collectors