Thaler 1722-1761 front Thaler 1722-1761 back
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Thaler

 
Silver - 40 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Zürich
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1722-1761
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1700-1798)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#24061
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

City view, date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOMINE CONSERVA NOS IN PACE
1758

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Thaler coin from the City of Zürich was used as a standardized currency in the 18th century, and it was the first coin to be issued by the city. It was made of silver and had a value of 30 Batzen, which was a significant amount at the time. The coin was used for both local and international trade, and it was widely accepted due to its standardized weight and purity. The Thaler coin was also used as a model for other currencies in Europe, and it played an important role in the development of modern currency systems.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1722  - - - - - -
1758  - - - - - -
1761  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Thaler 1722-1761 coin.