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© Sincona AG
½ Thaler ND
| Silver | 14.40 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | City of Solothurn |
|---|---|
| Period | Avoyer and Council of the City and Republic (1760-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1550-1599 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Guldiner (15th century-1579) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.40 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#180442 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full-length figure of saint in armor facing right. Lance with cross flag in right hand, left hand on hilt of sword.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCTVS * VRSVS * MART *
Translation: Saint Ursus, Martyr
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler ND (1550-1599) from City of Solothurn is that it features a unique design element - a stylized letter "S" on the reverse side, which represents the city of Solothurn. This letter "S" is not found on other coins from the same time period, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
