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Thaler
1723 year| Silver | 26.89 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | City of Geneva |
|---|---|
| Period | Lordship and Republic of Geneva (1534-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1723 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1535-1792) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 26.89 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#24234 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed eagle within circle, divided date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POST TENEBRAS LUX
·17 23·
Interesting fact
The Thaler 1723 from City of Geneva is an interesting coin because it was minted during a time when the city was experiencing significant political and economic changes. In 1723, Geneva was an independent republic and was in the process of transitioning from a medieval city-state to a modern, Enlightenment-era republic. This coin may have been minted to commemorate this significant event in the city's history. Additionally, the fact that it is made of silver and weighs 26.89 grams suggests that it was a valuable and important coin in its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1723 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Thaler 1723 coin.
