© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
1 Thaler - Ferdinand III Graz
| Silver | - | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand III (1637-1657) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1644-1650 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#165657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Oval crowned arms, small Styria shield on top (panther spitting fire), surrounded by a baroque frame and the chain of the order of the Golden Fleece, within a circle. The crown breaks the circle and divides the legend. Date in small characters above. Legend (starts 1h) for "Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae Styriae Etc".
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 1644 and 1650, is that it features an image of Ferdinand III, the Holy Roman Emperor, on one side, and the Imperial Eagle on the other. This coin was made of silver and was widely used throughout the empire as a standard form of currency.
