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2 Thalers - Leopold I Hall ND
| Silver | 56.6 g | 48 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Archduke | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1668-1670 |
| Value | 2 Thalers |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 56.6 g |
| Diameter | 48 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#79994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Tyrolean eagle, head left, halo of larger leaves, and oval design of feathers.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHIDVX AVST DVX BV CO TYRO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Thalers - Leopold I (Hall) ND (1668-1670) 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, the empire faced numerous challenges, including the Great Turkish War and the struggle for dominance in the Baltic region. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, providing a glimpse into the economic and political climate of the time.
