1/2 Thaler

1558–1559Circulation

Obverse

Four-sectioned scalloped shield with date above

Legend
·5·8·

Reverse

Blank

Edge

Type Plain

Issues

  • 1558 Wenden

    (15)58

  • 1559 Wenden

    (15)59

Physical

Metal
Silver
Weight
17.19 g
Shape
Square (irregular)

Details

Value
1/2 Thaler
Type
Circulation
Ruler
William of Fürstenberg (1557–1559)
Demonetized
Yes

Notes

This coin was issued as emergency money during the first part of the Livonian War, and did not follow the minting regulations set by the Livonian Order