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½ Thaler
1640 year| Silver | 13.97 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1640 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1621- 1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.97 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#160264 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle in circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINE * CONSERVA * NOS * IN * PACE
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the City of Basel, made of silver and weighing 13.97g, 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 City of Basel was an important center of trade and commerce. The coin's design and minting process were likely influenced by the political and economic climate of the time, making it a unique and valuable piece of history.
