© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
½ Thaler Konventionshalbtaler
| Silver | 13.99 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free City (1219-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1766-1768 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Konventionsthaler (1754-1807) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.99 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#132868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial double-headed eagle with orb on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOSEPHIIVS II D G ROM IMP SEMP AVG
Interesting fact
The ½ Thaler coin from the Free Imperial City of Nuremberg (German States) made of Silver weighing 13.99g has an interesting fact that it was used as a means of payment for the city's merchants and traders during the 18th century. It was also used as a standard unit of account for financial transactions, and its value was equivalent to half of a standard Thaler coin.
