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½ Thaler
| Silver | 13.13 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1720-1768 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1700-1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.13 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#59526 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
City view of Zurich.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TIGURUM
1758
Edge
Security edge
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the City of Zürich was minted during a time when Switzerland was still a collection of independent states, and the coin was used as a standardized form of currency across the region. This coin was minted in silver, which was a valuable and widely accepted metal at the time, and it weighed 13.13 grams, making it a substantial coin that was worth a significant amount of money. Despite being minted over 250 years ago, some of these coins are still in circulation today, and they are highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1761 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Thaler 1720-1768 coin.
