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½ Thaler - Sigismund von Schrattenbach
| Silver | - | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Sigismund of Schrattenbach (1753-1771) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1757-1762 |
| Value | ½ Thaler - ½ Guldiner |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#85341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Arms of the Archbishop in an ornate shield, with crosses sword and crozier. Date on top divides by the hat. Legend (starts 2h) for "Sacrae Apostolicae Sedis Legatus Natus, Germaniae Primas".
Script: Latin
Lettering: S A S LEG NATUS GERM PRIMAS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg is that it features a unique design element - a small image of a bird, known as the "Salzburg Eagle," on the reverse side. This eagle symbolizes the coat of arms of the Prince-Bishopric of Salzburg and adds to the coin's historical and cultural significance.
