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½ Thaler - Charles III
| Silver | 14.16 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (III. Károly) (1711-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1712-1718 |
| Value | ½ Thaler (Tallér) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.16 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#39147 |
|---|---|
| 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 : AUS : ·D · BU · M : MOR :CO : TY : 1718 ·
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
Plain
Comment
Charles III of Habsburg was emperor of the Holy Roman Empire under the name Charles VI and king of Hungary under the name Charles III.
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Charles III (1712-1718), was used as a means of payment for the common people, while the 1 Thaler coin was used for larger transactions. This coin was made of silver and weighed 14.16 grams, making it a valuable and reliable form of currency for everyday transactions.
