1 Thaler - Matthias II (Vienna) 1609-1610 front 1 Thaler - Matthias II (Vienna) 1609-1610 back
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1 Thaler - Matthias II Vienna

 
Silver 27 g 44 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1609-1610
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
27 g
Diameter
44 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#99732
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Crowned composite arms with small shield of Austria at centre, beaded inner circle, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID AVS DVX BVR // MAR MO CO TYR date

Interesting fact

The 1 Thaler coin from the Austrian Empire, minted in Vienna during the reign of Matthias II (1609-1610), features an interesting design element - a crowned shield with the Habsburg double-headed eagle on the obverse side. This symbolized the empire's power and authority, and the use of silver in the coin's composition added to its value and durability.