½ Thaler - Ferdinand I (Joachimstal) 1558-1561 front ½ Thaler - Ferdinand I (Joachimstal) 1558-1561 back
½ Thaler - Ferdinand I (Joachimstal) 1558-1561 photo
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½ Thaler - Ferdinand I Joachimstal

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bohemia
King
Ferdinand I (1526-1564)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1558-1561
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#93022
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: BOHE & REX INF HISP ARCH AV &

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the Kingdom of Bohemia is that it was minted during the reign of Ferdinand I, who was the first monarch of the Habsburg dynasty to rule Bohemia. This coin was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the region, as the Habsburgs sought to consolidate their power and establish a unified currency system across their territories. The coin's design features an image of Ferdinand I on one side and the Bohemian coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the union between the Habsburgs and the Kingdom of Bohemia.