11/2 Thaler - Gotthard Kettler Mitau

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IssuerCourland and Semigallia, Duchy of
Year1575
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1.5 Thaler (243)
CurrencySchilling (1575-1577)
CompositionSilver
Weight45.54 g
Dimensions41 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Dav EB#8449
Obverse descriptionDecorative coat of arms containing shield with monogram, all surrounded by legend.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringGOTHART : D : G : DVX : CVRLAN : ET : SEMEGAL :
(Translation: Gotthard Kettler, with God`s grace, Duke of Courland and Semigallia)
Reverse descriptionShield with eagle beside shield with horseman separating date and value, all surrounded by legend.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringMONETA · NOVA · ARGEN · DVCATVS · CVRLAN 7 5 5 RIG
(Translation: New silver coin of the Duke of Courland)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1575  - -
Catalog ID5789764770
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