½ Thaler 1791 front ½ Thaler 1791 back
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½ Thaler

1791 year
Silver - 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Free city of Regensburg (German States)
Period
Free city (1245-1803)
Emperor
Leopold II (1790-1792)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1791
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#59489
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Laureate bust facingright.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LEOPOLDVS II.D.G.ROM.IMP.S.A.

Interesting fact

The ½ Thaler coin from the Free City of Regensburg (German States) made of Silver in 1791 is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin's design features the city's coat of arms and other symbols that reflect the region's rich history and culture. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting process was a significant departure from the more common copper coins of the time, indicating the value and wealth of the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1791 GCB 1446 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Thaler 1791 coin.