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½ Thaler
1741 year| Silver | 13 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1741 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1621- 1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#114135 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
City view below eight assorted shields, date at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BASILEA
1741
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the City of Basel, made of silver and weighing 13g, is interesting because it was minted during a time when the Swiss Confederation was still a relatively new entity, having been formed just over 100 years prior in 1291. The coin's design likely reflects the cultural and political influences of the time, and its silver content would have made it a valuable and reliable form of currency for everyday transactions. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in Basel, a city known for its economic and cultural importance in the region, adds to its historical significance.
