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1 Thaler Stari Vižlin
Silver | 28.33 g | 43 mm |
Issuer | Republic of Ragusa (Croatian States) |
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Period | Republic (1294-1803) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1738-1748 |
Value | 1 Tallero = 60 Grosetti |
Currency | Tallero (1294-1803) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 28.33 g |
Diameter | 43 mm |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#86638 |
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Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned, ornate Coat of Arms. Lettering around with date at the end
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVCAT・ ET・SEM・REIP・RHAG・
Comment
Stari Vižlin was minted from 1743 to 1748, it's weight was 28.330 g and was 42.5 to 44.5 mm in diameter.Variations exist with small changes in bust and crown as well in the Coat of Arms details. Lettering variations: RHACVSI/RACVSIN/RHAGVSIN/RHAGVSI/RHACVSINE, SEM/SEm, RHAC/RHAG.
Year 1738 is unknown and rare? Contact referee if you have any info.
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Republic of Ragusa (Croatian States) made of Silver weighing 28.33g has an interesting fact that it was used as a trade coin in the Mediterranean region, particularly in the cities of Dubrovnik and Korčula, and was also used as a means of payment for the crew and provisions of the Ragusan ships.