1 Reichsthaler 72 Kreuzer - Ferdinand I (Hall) 1558 front 1 Reichsthaler 72 Kreuzer - Ferdinand I (Hall) 1558 back
1 Reichsthaler 72 Kreuzer - Ferdinand I (Hall) 1558 photo
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1 Reichsthaler 72 Kreuzer - Ferdinand I Hall

1558 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Ferdinand I (1519-1564)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1558
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#169290
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Double headed eagle, both heads with halos, with shield of Tyrol, in a double circle, value in Kreuzer below on an orb. Date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: INF HISP ARCHID AVST D BVRG

Comment

(fr)

Ferdinand I représenté en tant qu'empereur élu.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Reichsthaler 72 Kreuzer coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Emperor Ferdinand I, who was also known as Ferdinand the Habsburg. He was the first Emperor of the Austrian Empire and ruled from 1556 to 1564. The coin was minted in Hall, which is now a part of Austria, and was made of silver. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its historical significance makes it an interesting piece of numismatic history.