½ Thaler - Maximilian III 1614 front ½ Thaler - Maximilian III 1614 back
½ Thaler - Maximilian III 1614 photo
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½ Thaler - Maximilian III

1614 year
Silver 13.65 g -
Description
Issuer
Teutonic Order (German States)
Grandmaster
Maximilian I (1590-1618)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1614
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1525-1809)
Composition
Silver
Weight
13.65 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#138958
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Maximilian mounted to right, shields of arms form circle around.

Script: Latin

Comment

Dudik 20

Interesting fact

The ½ Thaler coin from the Teutonic Order (German States) minted in 1614 under Maximilian III is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was used as a means of payment for the soldiers of the Teutonic Order, a German military order of Catholic knights. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and reliable form of currency for the Order's military operations.