½ Thaler - Charles Frederick (Ausbeutetaler) 1740 front ½ Thaler - Charles Frederick (Ausbeutetaler) 1740 back
½ Thaler - Charles Frederick (Ausbeutetaler) 1740 photo
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½ Thaler - Charles Frederick Ausbeutetaler

1740 year
Silver (.885) 14.6 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Württemberg (Württemberg, German States)
Regent
Charles Frederick II of Württemberg-Oels (Karl Friedrich II von Württemberg-Oels) (1738-1744)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1740
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1495-1802)
Composition
Silver (.885)
Weight
14.6 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#134766
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

St. Christopher with Christ child in field, shield at left.

Script: Latin

Engraver: Jonas Thiébaud

Comment

Minted from silver found at Christophstal.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler - Charles Frederick (Ausbeutetaler) 1740 from Duchy of Württemberg (Württemberg, German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles Frederick, who was the Duke of Württemberg from 1733 to 1740. During his reign, Württemberg experienced significant economic growth and cultural development, and the minting of this coin was likely a reflection of this prosperity. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity, making it a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.