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½ Thaler - Francis Henry
1766 year| Silver | - | 33.5 mm |
| Issuer | Burgraviate of Friedberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Burgrave | Francis Henry of Dalberg (Franz Heinrich von Dalberg) (1755-1776) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1766 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#58228 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
St. George standing on dragon, shields at both sides.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA CASTRI. IMP.FRIEDBERG.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from Burgraviate of Friedberg (German States) made of Silver is that it features an image of Francis Henry, the ruler of the region, on one side, and an image of the Friedberg Castle on the other. This coin was minted in 1766 and was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States during that time.
