½ Thaler 1542 front ½ Thaler 1542 back
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½ Thaler

1542 year
Silver 13.96 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Colmar (French States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1542
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
13.96 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#161094
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Eagle in circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ DOMINE ᛭ CONSERVA ᛭ NOS ᛭ IN ᛭ PACE

Translation: Lord, keep us in peace.

Interesting fact

The ½ Thaler coin from the City of Colmar (French States) made of Silver weighing 13.96 g is interesting because it was minted during a time when the City of Colmar was an independent free imperial city within the Holy Roman Empire, and it features an intricate design that showcases the city's coat of arms and other symbols of its wealth and power.