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© Katz Coins Notes & Supplies Corp.
½ Thaler - Franz Anton von Harrach
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Francis Anthony of Harrach (1709-1727) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1710-1720 |
| Value | ½ Speciesthaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#362260 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cardinals' hat above baroque shield with arms of Salzburg and of the Archbishop, above sword and crozier. Legend around (starts 1h) for "Dei Gratia Archiepiscopus & Sacri Romani Imperii Princeps Salisburgensis Sacrae Sedis Apostolicae Legatus". Date in legend above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: D·G·ARCHIEPISCOP·&S·R·I·PRINC·SALISBURG·S·S·A·L· date
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg is that it features a unique design element - a small image of a bird, known as the "Salzburg Eagle," on the reverse side. This eagle is a symbol of the city of Salzburg and was included on many coins minted during this time period. It's a distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the same era and adds to its historical and numismatic value.
