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1 Thaler - Ferdinand II of Tyrol Hall ND
| Silver (.875) | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Tyrol (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ferdinand II (1564-1595) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1577-1599 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#102722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Composite arms including 1 Hungary, 2 Bohemia, 3 composition of Castilla and León, 4 of Austria and Burgundy. Above the crown and around the cord of the Golden fleece, small shield with Tyrol eagle at centre. Legend around starts 2h. Inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +DVX+BVRGVNDÆ COMES+TIROLIS+
Unabridged legend: Dux Burgundiae Comes Tirolis
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin featuring Ferdinand II of Tyrol is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The County of Tyrol, which is now part of Austria, was then a powerful and influential state in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing demand for currency in the region, as trade and commerce were expanding rapidly during this period. Despite being a standard circulation coin, the 1 Thaler coin featuring Ferdinand II of Tyrol is now a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians.
