2 Thalers - Matthias II (Vienna) 1619 front 2 Thalers - Matthias II (Vienna) 1619 back
2 Thalers - Matthias II (Vienna) 1619 photo
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2 Thalers - Matthias II Vienna

1619 year
Silver 57.16 g -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1619
Value
2 Thalers
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
57.16 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#324323
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID. AVS. DVX. BVR. CO. TYR. 1619

Comment

Thin planchet

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Thalers - Matthias II (Vienna) 1619 coin 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 weight, as was the practice during that time period. This feature makes the coin stand out from other coins of its era and adds to its historical significance.