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1 Thaler - Joseph I Vienna
| Silver | 28.7 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Joseph I (1705-1711) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1710-1711 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.7 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#95388 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial double eagle with crowned arms of Austria and ancient Burgundy on breast. No inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHIDVX AVSTRIÆ DVX BVR COM TYROL date
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Austrian Empire, minted during the reign of Joseph I (1710-1711), was part of a series of coins known as the "Kaiser-Thaler" or "Emperor's Thaler." These coins were introduced by Emperor Leopold I in 1687 and were minted until the end of the Austrian Empire in 1804. The 1 Thaler coin was the most widely used denomination and was equivalent to 30 Kreuzer or 1/4 of a Gulden. It was made of silver and weighed 28.7 grams, as . I hope you find this information helpful and interesting!