½ Thaler - George III 1547 front ½ Thaler - George III 1547 back
½ Thaler - George III 1547 photo
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½ Thaler - George III

1547 year
Silver 13.50 g -
Description
Issuer
Landgraviate of Leuchtenberg (German States)
Landgrave
George III (Georg III) (1531-1555)
Emperor
Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1547
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
13.50 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#155260
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, Austria-Burgundy arms on breast, date in legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAROLVS. V. ROMA. IMP. SE(M). AV.

Interesting fact

The ½ Thaler coin from the Landgraviate of Leuchtenberg, minted in 1547 during the reign of George III, features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a crowned eagle and a shield with the coat of arms of the Landgraviate.