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1 Thaler - Cosimo II
| Silver | 28.53 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Cosimo II (1609-1621) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1609-1621 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (20⁄3) |
| Currency | Lira (1533-1826) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.53 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#29414 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned arms with the cross of the Medici.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PISA •IN VETVSTAE ⋮ MAIESTATIS •MEMORIA •
Edge
Plain
Comment
There are many variants of this type.
Since time immemorial, the rivalry between the two great Tuscan cities (Florence and Pisa) has led to different coinages; during this period there were two types: Piastre for Florence and Tallero for Pisa.
Example of KM#16.4 with a coin featuring re-engraving of the corners on the name of the grand duke and the end numeral:
Collection : LoskarZ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Medici family, who ruled Tuscany at the time. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, beneath the image of Cosimo II. This design element serves as a symbol of the powerful Medici dynasty and their influence over the region.
