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½ Thaler - Ferdinand Charles
1654 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Tyrol (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ferdinand Charles (Ferdinand Karl) (1646-1662) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1654 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of Arms in a circle. Parts 1 of Hungary, 2 of Bohemia, 3 part of Austria and Burgundy, 4 of Habsburg. Below arms of Altösterreich. The crown divides the legend on top. Tyrol eagle at the centre, arms surrounded by the cord of the Golden Fleece. Legend around (starts 2h).
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX ⬩ BVRGVNDIÆ ⬩ COMES ⬩ TYROLIS ⬩
Unabridged legend: DUX BURGUNDIAE COMES TIROLIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from County of Tyrol (Austrian States) made of Silver is that it features an image of Ferdinand Charles, the ruler of Tyrol, on one side, and the Tyrolean coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted in 1654, during Ferdinand Charles' reign, and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Austrian States. The use of silver in the coin's composition adds to its value and historical significance, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
