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½ Thaler
1741 year| Silver | 13.4 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1741 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1621- 1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.4 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Thickness | 1.45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#83240 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
City view and date below, assorted shields on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BASILEA
1741
Edge
Reeded irregular.
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the City of Basel, made of silver and weighing 13.4g, is interesting because it was minted during a time when the City of Basel was an independent republic, and it features the coat of arms of Basel on one side and the image of a crowned eagle on the other.
