City of Zürich Thaler "Schanzentaler", 1700 – 1710
Information
Country
City of Zürich
City of Zürich
Currency
Thaler
(1700 – 1798)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Thaler "Schanzentaler"
Year
1700 – 1710
Ruler
Republic
(1648–1798)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
28.4
Diameter (mm)
43.4
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Thaler "Schanzentaler" from City of Zürich. Issued from 1700 to 1710. Struck in Silver. Measures 43.4 mm and weighs 28.4 g.
- Obverse
- Rampant lion facing left holding sword in right arm and an ornate oval shield with the coat of arms of Zürich in its left arm. (Coin of the Republic of Zürich.)
- Reverse
- Panoramic view of the city of Zürich as seen from Üetliberg, with the Schanzengraben in the foreground. (Lord, preserve us in peace.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1700-1710) | — |
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