1 Thaler - Pietro Leopoldo 1768-1775 front 1 Thaler - Pietro Leopoldo 1768-1775 back
1 Thaler - Pietro Leopoldo 1768-1775 photo
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1 Thaler - Pietro Leopoldo

 
Silver (.917) 28.22 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Grand Duchy of Tuscany (Italian States)
Grand duke
Peter Leopold (1765-1790)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1768-1775
Value
1 Thaler (20⁄3)
Currency
Lira (1533-1826)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
28.22 g
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#55498
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Crowned shield with spikes, with 2 crowned eagle supporters.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1774·X INTE
DOMINE SPERAVI

Engraver: Luigi Siries

Edge

Inscription

Lettering: IVSTITIA ET PAX *** S

Comment

C#23.1 weighs 27.5 grams instead of 28.25 grams.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler coin from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany is that it features a portrait of Pietro Leopoldo, who was the ruler of Tuscany from 1768 to 1775. He was known for his progressive policies and his efforts to modernize the region, which made him a popular figure among his subjects. The coin's design was likely meant to reflect his image as a wise and benevolent leader.