1/2 Thaler - Ferdinand I Linz

€1.00
IssuerAustrian Empire
Year1546-1555
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/2 Thaler
CurrencyThaler (1520-1754)
CompositionSilver
Weight13.5 g
Dimensions32 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Markl#409-423
Obverse descriptionPortrait half size without beard facing left in a double circle, sceptre at left hand. Legend around (starts 12h).
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringFERDINA D G RO VNG BOE DA C REX ou FERDINAN ou FERDINAND
Reverse descriptionEagle, head facing left with halo, in a double circle with composite arms, 1 ancient Hungary, 2 Bohemia, 3 Austria and ancient Burgundy, and 4 Spain with Castilla and Leon. A small shield of Upper Austria (Oberösterreich) divides the legend below.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringINF HISPA ARCHI / AVSTRIE DXX BVR
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1546-1555)  - -
Catalog ID5715596720
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