½ Thaler - Maria Theresia (Graz) 1749-1750 front ½ Thaler - Maria Theresia (Graz) 1749-1750 back
½ Thaler - Maria Theresia (Graz) 1749-1750 photo
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½ Thaler - Maria Theresia Graz

 
Silver 14 g -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Empress
Maria Theresa (1740-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1749-1750
Value
½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
14 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#160810
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned double headed imperial eagle with composite arms (Styria shield at center). Legend (starts 1h) with STYRIAE and no X after date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID AUST DUX BURG & STYRIÆ date

Interesting fact

The ½ Thaler coin from the Austrian Empire, minted in Graz between 1749 and 1750, features an image of Empress Maria Theresia on one side and the imperial eagle on the other. It was made of silver and weighs 14 grams. Interestingly, this coin was used as a means of payment in many parts of Europe during that time, and its design and silver content made it a reliable and valuable form of currency.