1 Thaler - Leopold I (St Veit) 1660-1670 front 1 Thaler - Leopold I (St Veit) 1660-1670 back
1 Thaler - Leopold I (St Veit) 1660-1670 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

1 Thaler - Leopold I St Veit

 
Silver 28.3 g 45 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Archduke
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1660-1670
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.3 g
Diameter
45 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#96736
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Crowned composite arms with small shield of Carinthia (Kärnten) above, baroque frame.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHIDVX AVS ET CARINTHIÆ D B ec

Interesting fact

The obverse side of the coin features an image of Emperor Leopold I, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Austrian Empire, surrounded by the inscription "ARCHIDVCE AUSTRIAE" (Archduke of Austria). This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Austrian Empire, with the Thirty Years War (1618-1648) having recently ended, and the Great Turkish War (1683-1699) on the horizon. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring power and influence of the Austrian Empire during this period.