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½ Thaler - Maria Theresia Graz
| Silver (.875) | 14 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Maria Theresa (1740-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1751-1754 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#77646 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed imperial eagle with composite arms (Styria shield at center). Legend (starts 1h) with STYR and X after date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AUST DUX BURG & STYR date X
Unabridged legend: Archiducisa Austriae Ducisa Burgundiae et Styriae
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Thaler - Maria Theresia (Graz) 1751-1754 coin is that it was minted during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, who was one of the most influential women in European history. She ruled the Austrian Empire for 40 years and was known for her many reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which led to the minting of this coin.
