© Ramon Perez
© Ramon Perez
½ Schautaler Hochzeitstaler ND
1636 year| Silver | 14 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Lübeck (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1226-1811,1815-1937) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1636 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#73285 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Married couple sitting with Jesus Christ and Saint Mary, scene from the bible where jesus transforms water into wine.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IESUS TUS MACHET WASSER Z WEIN IN CANA GAL IO II
Translation: Jesus (Christ) makes water to Wine in Cana Galiläa Johannes 2
Interesting fact
The ½ Schautaler (Hochzeitstaler) ND (1636) from Free Hanseatic city of Lübeck (German States) is an interesting coin because it was used as a wedding token. The coin was given to the bride and groom as a symbol of good luck and prosperity in their marriage. The coin's design features the city's coat of arms and the letters "L" and "S" on either side, which stand for "Lübeck" and "Schautaler," respectively. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
