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© Sincona AG
½ Thaler
| Silver | 14.10 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1647-1649 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1651) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.10 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#97122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription and date within cartouche, cherub head at top.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOMINE
CONSERVA
NOS IN PACE
1649
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the City of Zürich was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War had recently ended, and many cities and states were struggling to rebuild their economies. The City of Zürich, in particular, was facing financial difficulties and turned to minting coins as a way to generate revenue. The ½ Thaler coin was one of the coins minted during this time, and it features an image of the city's patron saint, St. Felix, on one side and the city's coat of arms on the other. Despite the challenges faced by the city during this time, the ½ Thaler coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
