½ Thaler - Johann Ernst von Thun 1687-1708 front ½ Thaler - Johann Ernst von Thun 1687-1708 back
½ Thaler - Johann Ernst von Thun 1687-1708 photo
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½ Thaler - Johann Ernst von Thun

 
Silver 14.6 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States)
Prince-archbishop
John Ernest of Thun (Johann Ernst von Thun) (1667-1709)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1687-1708
Value
½ Thaler - ½ Guldiner
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
14.6 g
Diameter
34 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#33741
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Saints Rupert at left with a salt box at left hand, and Virgil at right facing with the abbey St Peter of Salzburg, both holding a crozier. Legend (starts 1h).

Script: Latin

Lettering: SS:RVDBERTUS ET VIRGILIUS PATRONI SALISBVRGENSES. +

Comment

Also referenced as Probszt#1817

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 shield with the letter "S" on the reverse side, which stands for "Salzburg". This shield was added to the coin's design to indicate its origin and to distinguish it from other coins issued by the Austrian States.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1694  - - - - - -
1700  - - - - - -

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