1-1/2 Thaler

1575Circulation

Obverse

Decorative coat of arms containing shield with monogram, all surrounded by legend

Legend
Unabbreviated
English
GOTHART : D : G : DVX : CVRLAN : ET : SEMEGAL :
Gotthard Dei Gratia Ducis Curlandiae Et Semigallae
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

Legend
Unabbreviated
English
MONETA · NOVA · ARGEN · DVCATVS · CVRLAN 7 5 5 RIG
Moneta Nova Argentea Ducis Curlandiae
New silver coin of the Duke of Courland

Issues

  • 1575 Mitau

Physical

Metal
Silver
Weight
45.54 g
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered

Details

Value
1-1/2 Thaler
Type
Circulation
Ruler
Gotthard Kettler (1561–1587)
Demonetized
Yes