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2 Thalers - Leopold I Hall ND
| Silver | 56.9 g | 48 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Archduke | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1691-1692 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 56.9 g |
| Diameter | 48 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33495 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Tyrolean eagle, head left, fine halo and fine design of feathers.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHIDVX AVST DVX BV COM TYROLIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Thalers - Leopold I (Hall) ND (1691-1692) coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Leopold I, who ruled the Holy Roman Empire from 1658 to 1705. During his reign, Leopold I implemented a number of economic reforms, including the creation of a new currency system, which helped to stabilize the economy and promote trade. The 2 Thalers coin was part of this new currency system and was widely used throughout the empire. Despite being minted over 300 years ago, this coin remains a popular collector's item today, with many examples still in existence and highly sought after by numismatists.
