¼ Thaler - Franz Anton von Harrach 1710-1715 front ¼ Thaler - Franz Anton von Harrach 1710-1715 back
¼ Thaler - Franz Anton von Harrach 1710-1715 photo
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¼ Thaler - Franz Anton von Harrach

 
Silver 7.4 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States)
Prince-archbishop
Francis Anthony of Harrach (1709-1727)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1710-1715
Value
¼ Thaler - ¼ Guldiner
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.4 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#151796
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: D G ARCHIEPIS & S R I (1/4) PRINC SALISBURG S S A L date

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Harrach family, which was added to the obverse (front) side of the coin. This was a departure from the traditional design used on other coins of the time, which typically featured only the coat of arms of the ruling dynasty. The inclusion of the Harrach family's coat of arms was a nod to the powerful and influential Harrach family, who played a significant role in the political and economic life of the Bishopric of Salzburg during that time.