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1 Thaler - Joseph II
| Silver (.833) | 28.0630 g | 44.40 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Joseph II (II. József) (1780-1790) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1785-1789 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (Tallér) (2) |
| Currency | Austro-Hungarian Florin (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 28.0630 g |
| Diameter | 44.40 mm |
| Thickness | 2.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#41618 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Glorified and crowned radiant Madonna with child on her left arm seated on a crescent
Mintmark below in cartouch
Script: Latin
Lettering: S · MARIA MATER DEI PATRONA HVNG · 1786 · X
Translation:
SANCTA MARIA MATER DEI PATRONA HUNGARIAE.
Saint Maria Mother of God, Protector of Hungary
Edge
Inscripted
Lettering: VIRTVTI ET EXAMPLO
Translation: By Virtue and Example
Comment
The coin pictured has a "B" mintmark.Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from Joseph II's reign (1785-1789) was the first coin to feature the Hungarian coat of arms on one side and the Austrian coat of arms on the other. This design was a symbol of the union between Hungary and Austria, which was established in 1785.
