½ Thaler (Gold pattern strike) ND (1720) front ½ Thaler (Gold pattern strike) ND (1720) back
½ Thaler (Gold pattern strike) ND (1720) photo
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½ Thaler Gold pattern strike ND

1720 year
Gold 17.34 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Basel
Period
Free city
Type
Pattern
Year
1720
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1621- 1798)
Composition
Gold
Weight
17.34 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#188986
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

City view, city name in banner and denomination in oval.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BASILEA
1/2

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Thaler (Gold pattern strike) ND (1720) from City of Basel is that it features a unique design, showcasing the city's coat of arms on one side and a crowned eagle on the other. This design was specifically created for the City of Basel and sets the coin apart from other coins minted during the same time period.