1 Thaler - Ferdinand III (St Veit) 1638-1642 front 1 Thaler - Ferdinand III (St Veit) 1638-1642 back
1 Thaler - Ferdinand III (St Veit) 1638-1642 photo
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1 Thaler - Ferdinand III St Veit

 
Silver 28.2 g 45 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Ferdinand III (1637-1657)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1638-1642
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.2 g
Diameter
45 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#33500
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Crowned ornamental arms with flat-topped shield, small Carynthia shield on top (Kärnten), surrounded by the chain of the order of the Golden Fleece, within a circle. The crown breaks the circle and divides the legend. Legend (starts 1h) for "Archidux Austriae Et Carinthiae Dux Burgundiae Etc"

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHIDUX AVS ET CARINTHIÆ D B Etc

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Ferdinand III (St Veit) 1638-1642 coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, known as the Thirty Years War (1618-1648). This conflict had a profound impact on the economy and trade of the region, and the coin's production was likely affected by the war's disruptions. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the people who produced and used it.