© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
½ Thaler - Ferdinand I Linz ND
| Silver | 13.5 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand I (1519-1564) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1546-1555 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.5 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#79739 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Eagle, head facing left with halo, in a double circle with composite arms, 1 ancient Hungary, 2 Bohemia, 3 Austria and ancient Burgundy, and 4 Spain with Castilla and Leon. A small shield of Upper Austria (Oberösterreich) divides the legend below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: INF HISPA ARCHI / AVSTRIE DXX BVR
Comment
Markl mentions many variants for the legend and the punctuation Markl#409 to Markl#423.Illustration on the sheet Markl#419.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler - Ferdinand I (Linz) ND (1546-1555) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the Austrian Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Ferdinand I, who was the first Emperor of the House of Habsburg to rule over the Austrian Empire. This was a time of great religious and political tension, as the Protestant Reformation was sweeping across Europe and the Catholic Church was struggling to maintain its power and influence. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the enduring legacy of the Austrian Empire.
