½ Thaler 1606-1611 front ½ Thaler 1606-1611 back
½ Thaler 1606-1611 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

½ Thaler

 
Silver 14.39 g -
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Frankfurt (German States)
Period
Free City (1372-1866)
Emperor
Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1606-1611
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
14.39 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#356842
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Double-headed eagle with orb on breast and crown above.

Script: Latin

Lettering: * RVDOLPHVS • II • ROM • IMP • SEMP • AVG • 1610 •

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the Free Imperial City of Frankfurt (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political significance for the city. Frankfurt was a major trading center during the Renaissance period, and the coin was likely used in many commercial transactions. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its authenticity and value, making it a reliable medium of exchange for merchants and traders.