© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
½ Thaler
1549 year| Silver | 14.37 g |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Lübeck (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1226-1811,1815-1937) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1549 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.37 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#423190 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Figure of St. John the Baptist holding lamb, shield of city arms below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CIVITATIS IMPERIALIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler 1549 from Free Hanseatic city of Lübeck is that it features a unique depiction of the city's patron saint, St. Mary, on the obverse side. The coin's design was created by the city's mint master, Hinrich Westphal, and it showcases Lübeck's rich history and cultural heritage.
