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1 Souverain - Maria Theresa Type
| Gold (.919) | 5.53 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Maria Theresa (1740-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1749-1751 |
| Value | 1 Souverain (8.875) |
| Currency | Florin (1744-1798) |
| Composition | Gold (.919) |
| Weight | 5.53 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#28200 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Crowned polygonal shield with Austria-Burgundy arms, atop Burgundian cross, mintmark below, date dividing legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCH AUS · DUX · BURG · BRAB · C · FL ·
1750
Unabridged legend: Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae Brabantiae Comes Flandriae
Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy and Brabant, Count of Flanders
Engraver: Jacques Roëttiers
Edge
Twisted
Comment
The Krause catalog erroneously calls this coin as a (1) souverain.For 1749, this type is differentiated by the smaller diameter (see link for type with larger planchet).
Mints, mint marks and catalog refernces:
Antwerp (mint mark = hand) Delmonte G 211, Friedberg 132, Witte 1114, Herinek 358
Bruges (mint mark = lion) Delmonte G 570 , Friedberg 236, Herinek 375
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Souverain - Maria Theresa (Type 1) coin from Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) is that it was minted during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, who was the only female ruler of the Habsburg dominions and one of the most powerful women of the 18th century. She was known for her strong leadership and her efforts to modernize and centralize the government, which had a lasting impact on the region's economy and politics. The coin's design features a portrait of Maria Theresa on one side and the imperial eagle on the other, symbolizing her authority and influence.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1749 | 1672435 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1750 | 414711 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Souverain - Maria Theresa (Type 1) 1749-1751 coin.
