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© Sincona AG
Thaler
1656 year| Silver | 27.8 g | 41.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Schaffhausen |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1656 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Reichsthaler (1611-1657) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 27.8 g |
| Diameter | 41.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#314856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Double-headed imperial eagle. Crown above. Engraver's initials within crown.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEVS SPES NOSTRA EST
HMA
Engraver: Hans Heinrich Ammann
Comment
Mintmaster: Hans Heinrich Ammann (HMA)Interesting fact
The Thaler 1656 from the City of Schaffhausen is an interesting coin because it was minted during a time when the city was experiencing significant economic growth and trade, particularly in the textile industry. As a result, the coin was likely used extensively in local commerce and could have been handled by merchants, traders, and other individuals involved in the thriving economy of the region. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 27.8 grams suggests that it was a substantial coin with a high value, further highlighting its importance in the local economy.
