1817 German Thaler Silver Coin from China

A large silver thaler from the German states, emblematic of post-Napoleonic currency unification efforts. This coin is imported under HTS 9705.31.00.65 for its age over 100 years and collector value in Prussian numismatics. Features detailed imperial eagle design.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Cross-reference with UNESCO conventions on cultural property for EU-sourced coins

File prior notice via ACE system 72 hours before arrival for high-value lots

Separate from modern currency to avoid misclassification pitfalls