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1 Thaler - Charles VI Vienna
Silver (.889) | 29.2 g | 42 mm |
Issuer | Austrian Empire |
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Emperor | Charles VI (Karl VI) (1711-1740) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1720-1735 |
Value | 1 Thaler |
Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
Composition | Silver (.889) |
Weight | 29.2 g |
Diameter | 42 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#86734 |
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Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed imperial eagle with crowned arms composed of Castilla, Hungary, Bohemia and ancient Burgundy, at the center a small Austian shield, surrounded by the chain of the Golden Fleece. Legend around (starts 1h) divided by the tail feathers. Date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AVST DVX // BU COM TYROL date
Unabridged legend: ARCHIDUX AVSTRIÆ DUX BVRGVNDI COMES TYROLIS 1728
Edge
Smooth with embossed inscriptions
Script: Latin
Lettering: orbem constante(r) continea
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Austrian Empire, minted between 1720 and 1735, is that it features an image of Charles VI, the Holy Roman Emperor, on one side, and the Imperial Eagle on the other. The coin was made of silver with a purity of .889 and weighed 29.2 grams. This coin was widely used throughout the Austrian Empire and was considered a standard unit of currency during that time.