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Thaler ND
| Silver | 28.2 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1700-1710 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1621- 1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.2 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#113744 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Basilisk with head facing right, arms of Basel at lower left with 8 smaller shielded arms surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BASILEA
D B
Engraver: De Beyer
Edge
Plain
Comment
Different obverse varieties exist.Type a: (Divo/Tobler; #742)
Shielded arms of Basel with surrounding frame, mintmasters initials DR under arms and Basilisk with long neck.
Type b: (Davenport; #1743)
without frame around city arms, withouth mintmasters initials and Basilisk with short neck.
Image courtesy of Münzen & Medaillen GmbH
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Thaler ND (1700-1710) from City of Basel made of Silver weighing 28.2g is that it was used as a means of payment in the City of Basel during the 18th century. It was a widely accepted coin in the region and was used for everyday transactions, such as buying goods and services. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not very valuable, and its value was mostly based on its metal content rather than its collectibility or rarity. Today, this coin is a rare find and is highly sought after by collectors, making it a valuable piece of numismatic history.
