1 Thaler - Leopold I (Graz) 1693 front 1 Thaler - Leopold I (Graz) 1693 back
1 Thaler - Leopold I (Graz) 1693 photo
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1 Thaler - Leopold I Graz

1693 year
Silver 28.15 g 45 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Archduke
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1693
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.15 g
Diameter
45 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#93528
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Composite arms with small Styria shield abve under the crown. Small angels on both sides of the crown. Date divided with small digits above the crown.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID AVS DVX BVRG STYRIÆ ETC

Interesting fact

The obverse of the coin features an image of Emperor Leopold I, while the reverse features the coat of arms of the Austrian Empire. The coat of arms is surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, which was a common motif in coinage during that time period. The use of laurel leaves on coins was meant to symbolize victory, honor, and power.