© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
½ Thaler - Charles II Francis of Austria Klagenfurt
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Carinthia (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Charles II Francis of Austria (Karl II Franz von Innerösterreich) (1564-1590) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1565-1572 |
| Value | ½ Thaler = 30 Kreuzer |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#162030 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Composite arms on a flat top shield, small shield of Carinthia (Kärnten) at centre, twisted circle.4 small shields divide the legend, Austria on top, Styria right, left Carniola (Krain) and below Gorz (Gorizia).
Script: Latin
Lettering: ET CA // RINT // HIÆ // ZC 1569
Unabridged legend: Et Carinthiae Etc
Comment
#11 in Hahn (2010) Die (inner)österreichische Münzprägung unter Erzherzog Karl (II.), Money Trend 09.2010Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the Duchy of Carinthia is that it features an image of Charles II Francis of Austria, who was the ruler of the region at the time, on one side, and the Carinthian coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in the region, and its design reflects the Renaissance influences that were prevalent during that period. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting adds to its historical significance, as silver was a valuable and highly sought-after metal at the time.
