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½ Thaler - Franz Josef I
1778 year| Silver (.833) | 14 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Liechtenstein |
|---|---|
| Prince | Francis Joseph I (Franz Joseph I) (1772-1781) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1778 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1728-1868) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#24649 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned oval Coat of Arms within frame suspending order chain. Lettering around. Date at the end of a legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: OPP·& CARN·DUX·COM·RITTB·S·C·M·CONS·INT·AUR·VELLERIS EQUES·1778·
Translation: Latin: Oppaviae & Carnoviae Dux Comes Rittbergae Sacrae Caesareae Majestatis Consiliarius Intimus Aurei Velleris Eques
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from Liechtenstein, minted in 1778 during the reign of Franz Josef I, has an interesting feature. The coin's obverse side bears the image of the Liechtenstein coat of arms, which includes a crowned eagle holding a golden scepter and a blue shield with three silver roses. This coat of arms has been used by the House of Liechtenstein since the 18th century and is still featured on the country's national flag today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1778 | 1250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Thaler - Franz Josef I 1778 coin.
