© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
⅙ Thaler
1763 year| Silver | 5.29 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1763 |
| Value | ⅙ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1621- 1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.29 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#169616 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
5-line inscription with denomination and date within laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1/6 // MONETA // REIPUBLICÆ // BASILEENSIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern ⅙ Thaler 1763 from City of Basel is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to test the authenticity of the silver content. At the time, it was common for coins to be made of a mixture of metals, and the hole allowed people to verify that the coin was indeed made of pure silver. This feature is rare in coins from this time period, making the Pattern ⅙ Thaler 1763 a valuable and interesting collector's item.
