© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
½ Thaler
1797 year| Silver | 13.04 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1797 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1621- 1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.04 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#114125 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription and date (in roman numerals) within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOMINE
CONSERVA
NOS
IN PACE
MDCCXCVII
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the City of Basel, minted in 1797, is interesting because it was one of the last silver coins issued by the city before it transitioned to minting coins in the Swiss franc denomination.
