City of Schwyz ½ Thaler, 1656
Information
Country
City of Schwyz
City of Schwyz
Currency
Gulden
(1621 – 1674)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Thaler = 3 Guldens
Year
1656
Ruler
Free city
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
13.54
Diameter (mm)
31
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Thaler = 3 Guldens from City of Schwyz. Issued in 1656. Struck in Silver. Measures 31 mm and weighs 13.54 g.
- Obverse
- Nimbate double-headed imperial eagle. Crown above. Coat of arms of Schwyz below. (Moneta nove Suitensis. New coin of Schwyz.)
- Reverse
- Saint Martin on horseback, advancing right, with nimbus, using a sword to cut his cloak. Beggar facing right, sitting below. (Turris fortissima nomen Domini. The name of the Lord is the strongest tower.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1656 | — |
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