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1 Thaler - Rudolf II Hall
| Silver | 28.4 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1605-1612 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.4 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#80122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Composite arms with Tyrol at center top, under a crown, with chain of the Golden Fleece, ornaments on both sides of the shield. The fleece divides the legend below, the crown on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NECNON ARCHIDVCES AV / DVC BVR COMIT TIROLI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Rudolf II (Hall) 1605-1612 coin from the Austrian Empire is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin to signify that it had been tested for its purity and authenticity. This practice, known as "testing," was a common method used by assayers to verify the quality of precious metal coins during that time period.
