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1 Guldentaler ND
1668 year| Silver (.750) | 19.50 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | City of Strasbourg (French States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1668 |
| Value | 1 Guldenthaler (⅚) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 19.50 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Weapon of the city of Strasbourg
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLORIA*IN*EXCELSIS*DEO
Interesting fact
The 1 Guldentaler ND (1668) coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). This conflict had a profound impact on the economy and currency of many European states, including the French States. Despite the challenges of this time period, the City of Strasbourg was able to maintain a high level of craftsmanship and quality in their coinage, as evidenced by the beauty and rarity of this particular coin.
