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1 Thaler - Ercole III d'Este
| Silver (.835) | 28 g | 40.5 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ercole III (1780-1796) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1795-1796 |
| Value | 1 Tallero = 9 Lire |
| Currency | Scudo |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 28 g |
| Diameter | 40.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#51306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned, flagged shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEXTERA · DOMINI EXALTAVIT.ME·1796
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Ercole III d'Este 1795-1796 coin from the Duchy of Modena and Reggio (Italian States) is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the initials "E" and "M" on either side of the crown, which stands for the name of the ruler, Ercole III d'Este, and the name of the Duchy, Modena. This coin was minted during a time of great political and social change in Italy, and its design reflects the influences of the Enlightenment and the rise of nationalism in the region.
