© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg (www.kuenker.de)
½ Thaler
1619 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922) |
| Emperor | Matthias (1612-1619) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1619 |
| Value | ½ Thaler = 16 Schilling |
| Currency | Thaler (1552-1674) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#177720 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed imperial eagle, orb with denomination on chest.
Script: Latin
Comment
Mintmaster - Matthias MoersInteresting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time when Hamburg was an independent city-state and a major trading power in Europe. The coin's design features the city's coat of arms, which includes a shield with three towers and a crown, symbolizing Hamburg's status as a free and independent city. The use of silver in the coin's minting also speaks to the city's wealth and economic influence during this time period.
