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1 Thaler - Rudolf II Hall
1604 year| Silver (.9375) | 28.6 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1604 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver (.9375) |
| Weight | 28.6 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#80125 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Composite arms with Tyrol at center top, under a crown, with chain of the Golden Fleece. The fleece divides the legend below, the crown on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NECNON ARCHIDVCES AV DVCES:BVR:COM:TIROLIS
Unabridged legend: Nec Non Archiduces Austriae Duces Burgundiae Comes Tirolis
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Thaler - Rudolf II (Hall) 1604 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process and was believed to have been used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was said to be the exact size of a specific grain of rice, and if the hole was not present or was not the correct size, it was considered a sign that the coin was counterfeit. This feature was used as a security measure to prevent counterfeiting and ensure the integrity of the currency.
