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½ Thaler - Frederick III
| Silver | 14.16 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1616-1659) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1622-1626 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1560-1753) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.16 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#313521 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
5-fold arms with central shield, 3 helmets above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRT: GLO MERCES.
1 6 Z Z
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp, minted during the reign of Frederick III (1622-1626), features an error in the inscription on the reverse side. The Latin phrase "FIDELITAS" (meaning "fidelity" or "loyalty") is misspelled as "FIDELITAD," with the letter "D" appearing twice. This error was likely caused by a mistake in the engraving process and has become a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
