Thaler "Kelchtaler" ND (1556-1560) front Thaler "Kelchtaler" ND (1556-1560) back
Thaler "Kelchtaler" ND (1556-1560) photo
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Thaler "Kelchtaler" ND

 
Silver 28.35 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Zürich
Period
Free imperial city (1218-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1556-1560
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1500-1561)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.35 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#24452
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Double-headed imperial eagle within circle surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DOMINE*CONSERVA*NOS*IN*PACE*

Interesting fact

The Thaler "Kelchtaler" ND (1556-1560) from City of Zürich was used as a means of payment for the city's clergy, which is why it's also known as the "Klerikalthaler" or "Clergy Thaler".