½ Thaler
1620 year| Silver | 12.70 g | - |
| Issuer | City of St. Gallen |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1620 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1500-1633) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.70 g |
| Size | 47 mm |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#89657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crown over double-headed eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SOLI·DEO·OPT:MAX:LAVS·ET·GLORIA
Comment
This coin also exists in round form: KM#59Typical weight for the klippe version is 13 to 14 grams.
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the City of St. Gallen, made of silver and weighing 12.70g, is interesting because it was minted during a time when the city was part of the Swiss Confederation, a powerful and influential political entity in Europe during the 17th century. The coin's design likely reflects the city's coat of arms or other symbols associated with the Confederation, making it a unique piece of history.
