2½ Guldiner - Maximilian I 1509 front 2½ Guldiner - Maximilian I 1509 back
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2½ Guldiner - Maximilian I

1509 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Maximilian I (1486-1519)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1509
Value
2.5 Guldiner
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#148994
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Shield with imperial eagle surrounded by shields of Hungary, Naples, Dalmatia, Portugal, Bohemia, England and Austria) and a second circle of shields of Habsburg possessions.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PLVRIVM EVROPE PROVINCIAR REX ET PRINCEPS POTENTISSIM

Comment

Similar to the double Guldiner shown by Schulten #4454 or the 17 Ducats gold in MT#82.

Interesting fact

The 2½ Guldiner coin from the Austrian Empire, minted in 1509 during the reign of Maximilian I, is made of silver and features an intricate design that showcases the artistic skill and craftsmanship of the time. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted using a unique technique called "frosting," which gives the coin a textured, frosted appearance that adds to its beauty and collectibility.