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1 Thaler - Francis I
| Silver (.875) | 28.82 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis I of Lorraine (1745-1765) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1751-1765 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (2) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.82 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#39194 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Imperial eagle with composite arms, at the center the Habsburg-Lorraine arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN TE DOMINE SPERAVI 1751 X
Translation: You Lord, my hope
Edge
Inscripted
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRO DEO ET PATRIA
Translation: For God and Country
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Austrian Empire, minted during the reign of Francis I (1751-1765), is that it was used as a means of payment for the Austrian military during the Seven Years' War. The coin was valued at 1/4 of a Conventionsthaler, which was the standard unit of account for the Austrian military at the time. This coin played a significant role in financing the military campaigns of the Austrian Empire during this period.
