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© Sincona AG
Thaler
1646 year| Silver | 28.32 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zürich |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1646 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1651) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.32 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#97125 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscription and date in laurel wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOMINE
CONSERVA
NOS IN
PACE.
1646
Interesting fact
The Thaler 1646 was used as a means of payment in the City of Zürich during a time of economic turmoil. The city was facing a severe shortage of small change, which made everyday transactions difficult for citizens. To address this issue, the city government decided to mint its own coins, including the Thaler 1646, which was made of silver and had a value of 30 Batzen (a local currency unit). The coin was widely accepted and helped to alleviate the shortage of small change, making it an important part of the city's economic history.
