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1 Reichsthaler - 72 kreuzer - Ferdinand I Hall
| Silver (.882) | 31 g | - |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand I (1519-1564) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1556-1558 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver (.882) |
| Weight | 31 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#74225 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Eagle, head left with halo, with shield of Tyrol, in a double circle, value in Kreuzer below on an orb. Legend around (starts 7h) for "Infans Hispaniae Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae". Date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: INF HISP ARCHID AVST D BVRG
Comment
Ferdinand I was named King of the Romans in 1531 and Emperor in 1558.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 Ferdinand I, who was the first Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire and the founder of the House of Habsburg. This coin was minted in Hall, which is now a part of Austria, and it was made of silver with a purity level of .882. It weighs 31 grams and has a diameter of 40 millimeters. The obverse side of the coin features an image of Ferdinand I, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Austrian Empire. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
