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½ Thaler - Ernest Louis II
| Silver | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ernest II (Ernst II) (1772-1804) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1774-1776 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1680-1826) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#62693 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms within branches
Script: Latin
Lettering:
17 74
XX. EINE FEINE MARK.
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg, minted during the reign of Ernest Louis II (1774-1776), features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the duchy on one side, and the value "1/2 Thaler" inscribed on the other. This coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material commonly used for coinage during that time period.
