© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
© Antykwariat Numizmatyczny - Michał Niemczyk
½ Thaler Siege coinage
1577 year| Silver | 11.47 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | City of Danzig (Polish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Stephen Báthory (1576-1586) |
| Period | Danzig rebellion (1575-1577) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1577 |
| Value | ½ Thaler (Półtalar = 18 Groszy) (18) |
| Currency | First Złoty (1577) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.47 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#96211 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The emblem of Gdańsk in a shield held by two lions facing each other.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA•NOVA•CIVI•GEDANENSIS
15 77
Unabridged legend: MONETA NOVA CIVITATIS GEDANENSIS
Translation: New coin, City of Gdańsk.
Engraver: Volter Talleman
Comment
There are seven known pairs of punches.Kopicki 7395
Punch 1:
Price: 50 000 PLN
Picture: © ANMN
Interesting fact
The 1577 Siege coinage ½ Thaler from the City of Danzig (Polish States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of crisis, specifically the siege of Danzig by the Swedish army in 1577. The coin was made of silver and weighs 11.47 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Additionally, the coin features a unique design, with the city's coat of arms on one side and the Polish king's initials on the other, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1577 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Thaler (Siege coinage) 1577 coin.
