½ Thaler - Leopold I (Breslau) 1659-1664 front ½ Thaler - Leopold I (Breslau) 1659-1664 back
½ Thaler - Leopold I (Breslau) 1659-1664 photo
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½ Thaler - Leopold I Breslau

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Royal Mint of Silesia
King
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1659-1664
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#153865
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Arms over double headed imperial eagle, mint letters divided by the tail feathers below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHI DUX AUST DUX BURG ET SIL date

Interesting fact

The ½ Thaler coin from the Royal Mint of Silesia, featuring Leopold I and minted between 1659 and 1664, is interesting because it was used as a means of payment in the Silesian region during a time of great economic growth and cultural development. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and sought-after form of currency, and its use helped to facilitate trade and commerce in the region.