taler

taler Definition

ta·ler (tä′lər)

noun pl. ta′·ler

any of various former silver coins issued by various German states between the 15th and 19th cent.

Etymology: Ger: see dollar

taler Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

Levantine: Thus began the long minting history of the " Levantine Taler " of the Empress Maria Theresa.

Noun used with modifier

silver: The 1780 Taler The silver taler was the currency of the Empire and of the Austrian hereditary lands.

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