⅛ Thaler 1625-1634 front ⅛ Thaler 1625-1634 back
⅛ Thaler 1625-1634 photo
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⅛ Thaler

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States)
Period
Free City (1219-1806)
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1625-1634
Value
⅛ Reichsguldiner
Currency
Reichsguldiner (1620-1753)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#132478
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, 1/8 in oval on eagle's breast.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The ⅛ Thaler coin from the Free Imperial City of Nuremberg (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thaler was a widely used currency at the time, and the fact that this coin was minted in Nuremberg, a prominent city in the German States, suggests that it may have played an important role in regional trade and commerce. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting indicates that it was a valuable and sought-after resource at the time.