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© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
1 Thaler - Leopold II
| Silver (.833) | 28.0630 g | 40.5 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold II (II. Lipót) (1790-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1790-1791 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (Tallér) (2) |
| Currency | Austro-Hungarian Florin (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 28.0630 g |
| Diameter | 40.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#196370 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Glorified and crowned radiant Madonna with child on her left arm seated on a crescent
Script: Latin
Lettering: S · MARIA MATER DEI · PATRONA · HUNG · 1790 ·
Translation:
SANCTA MARIA MATER DEI PATRONA HUNGARIAE.
Saint Maria Mother of God, Protector of Hungary
Edge
Inscripted
Lettering: PIETATE ET CONCORDIA
Translation: Loyalty and Approval
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Leopold II (1790-1791), was part of a series of coins that were minted to commemorate the Emperor's visit to Hungary in 1790. The coin features an image of Leopold II on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. It was made of silver (.833) and weighs 28.0630 grams. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
