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1 Thaler - Ferdinand II Graz
| Silver | 28.1 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1624-1626 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.1 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#93707 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned arms in beaded inner circle, surrounded by the chain of the Order of the Golden Fleece. Small shield of Styria at center top of the arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHI AVST DVX // BVR STYRIÆ ETC
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Austrian Empire, minted between 1624 and 1626 during the reign of Ferdinand II, is that it was used as a means of promoting the Catholic Church. The coin features an image of the Holy Roman Emperor on one side and the coat of arms of the Habsburg dynasty on the other, symbolizing the close relationship between the church and the ruling family. This coin was also used to finance the military campaigns of the empire, particularly during the Thirty Years' War.
