½ Thaler - Francis II 1792-1804 front ½ Thaler - Francis II 1792-1804 back
½ Thaler - Francis II 1792-1804 photo
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½ Thaler - Francis II

 
Silver (.833) 14.03 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Francis II (1792-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1792-1804
Value
½ Thaler (1)
Currency
Gulden (1754-1857)
Composition
Silver (.833)
Weight
14.03 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#81406
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Imperial eagle with composite arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCH. AVST. D. BVRG. LOTH. M. D. HET.

Edge

Inscripted text

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Francis II, who was the last Holy Roman Emperor and the first Emperor of Austria. This period saw the rise of Napoleon and the French Revolution, which had a significant impact on the political and economic landscape of Europe. Despite these challenges, the Austrian Empire continued to mint coins like the ½ Thaler, which remained an important part of everyday commerce.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1799 A 4475 - - - - - -

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