½ Thaler - Charles III
| Silver | - | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (III. Károly) (1711-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1732-1740 |
| Value | ½ Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#18064 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle in inner circle, K B mintmark is divided by eagle's tail, no orb between the heads of the eagle.
Crowned straight sided and straight on top fourfold imperial coat of arms in U shape cartouche on chest.
Crowned twofold Hungarian shield in center.
Inscription without a pearl circle, date at the end.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCHID · AV · D · BV · M · MOR · COM · TY · 1712 ·
K B
Translation:
Archidux Austriae, dux Burgundiae, marchio Moraviae comes Tyrolis -
Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, Margrave of Moravia and Count of Tyrol
Edge
Inscripted
Lettering: CONSTATER CONTINET ORBEM
Translation:
He keeps the world together
"Unabänderlich hält er die Welt zusammen" (GE)
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Charles III (1732-1740), was made of silver and features an interesting design element - the coat of arms on the reverse side of the coin is surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, which was a symbol of victory and glory in ancient times. This design was meant to signify the power and prestige of the Habsburg Empire, which Hungary was a part of at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1739 K B | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1740 K B | 56000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Thaler - Charles III 1732-1740 coin.
