© Auktionen Frühwald
© Auktionen Frühwald
1 Thaler - Maria Theresia
| Silver | 28 g | - |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Burgau (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Margravine | Maria Theresa (1740-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1765-1772 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (2) |
| Currency | Austro-Hungarian Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#161461 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Imperial eagle with composite arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID AUST DUX // BURG CO TYR 1772 X
Unabridged legend: Archiducisa Austriae Ducisa Burgundiae Comes Tirolis
Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Margraviate of Burgau, issued during the reign of Maria Theresia (1765-1772), features an interesting design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process and was used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was meant to ensure that the coin was made of pure silver, as a genuine silver coin would have a distinctive ring when dropped onto a hard surface. This feature, known as a "Schlag hole," was a common security measure used in coins during that time period.
