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½ Guldentaler
1573 year| Silver | - | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Free city of Augsburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1276-1803) |
| Emperor | Maximilian II (1564-1576) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1573 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#212744 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, '30' in orb on breast, titles of Maximilian II.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The ½ Guldentaler 1573 coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing need for a standardized currency that could be used across different regions and cities. The coin's design, which features the Augsburg coat of arms and the inscription "S. R. IMP." (Sacrum Romanum Imperium, or Holy Roman Empire), reflects the city's pride in its status as a free imperial city and its connection to the larger imperial system. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
