Thaler 1722-1728 front Thaler 1722-1728 back
Thaler 1722-1728 photo
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Thaler

 
Silver - 40 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Zürich
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1722-1728
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#60730
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

City view, below the date in a cartouche.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOMINE CONSERVA NOS IN PACE
1722

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 features the coat of arms of the City of Zürich on one side and the image of a Saint on the other. The Thaler coin was used widely in trade and commerce, and it played an important role in the economy of the city and the surrounding region.