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1 Thaler Maria Theresia
1748 year| Silver (.900) | 28.78 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of Ragusa (Croatian States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1294-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1748 |
| Value | 1 Tallero = 60 Grosetti |
| Currency | Tallero (1294-1803) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 28.78 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#129802 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Coat of Arms of Republic of Ragusa in the middle. Lettering around with the date at the end.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DUCAT・ET・SEM・RHEIP・RHAG・1748・
Translation: Republic of Ragusa
Comment
Minted in 1798 most likely by Giovanni Angeli to be on more favorable terms with Austria due to France's threat of invasion.Numismatik Lanz München Auction 115 Lot 97 (May 27, 2003)
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Republic of Ragusa (Croatian States) features an image of Empress Maria Theresia on one side and the Ragusan coat of arms on the other. It was minted in 1748 and made of silver with a purity of .900. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a trade coin in the Mediterranean region and was highly valued for its silver content. It is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
