Thaler 1647 front Thaler 1647 back
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Thaler

1647 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
City of Zürich
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1647
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1621-1651)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#94626
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Legend and date in cartouche, charub's head at top.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOMINE
CONSERVA
NOS IN
PACE
1647

Interesting fact

The Thaler 1647 from the City of Zurich is an interesting coin because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thaler was a widely used currency at the time, and the City of Zurich's minting of this coin signifies the city's importance as a financial and trade hub during the 17th century. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver speaks to the value and rarity of the metal during this time period.