¼ Thaler 1640 front ¼ Thaler 1640 back
¼ Thaler 1640 photo
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¼ Thaler

1640 year
Silver 7.06 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Basel
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1640
Value
¼ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1621- 1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.06 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#169551
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Eagle with displayed wings and head left, denomination on chest in oval.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
❀ DOMINE · CONSERVA · NOS · IN · PACE
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Comment

Unlisted in KM

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Thaler 1640 from City of Basel is that 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 fact that this coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time, speaks to the wealth and prosperity of the city and its inhabitants. Additionally, the coin's design, which features the image of a crowned eagle on one side and the coat of arms of Basel on the other, reflects the city's rich history and cultural heritage.