Duchy of Courland and Semigallia 1½ Thaler - Gotthard Kettler, 1575
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Information
Country
Duchy of Courland and Semigallia
Duchy of Courland and Semigallia
Currency
Schilling
(1575 – 1577)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1.5 Thaler
Year
1575
Ruler
Gotthard Kettler
(1559–1661)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
45.54
Diameter (mm)
41
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1.5 Thaler from Duchy of Courland and Semigallia. Issued in 1575. Struck in Silver. Measures 41 mm and weighs 45.54 g.
- Obverse
- Decorative coat of arms containing shield with monogram, all surrounded by legend. (Gotthard Kettler, with God's grace, Duke of Courland and Semigallia)
- Reverse
- Shield with eagle beside shield with horseman separating date and value, all surrounded by legend. (New silver coin of the Duke of Courland)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1575 | — |
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