Thaler - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler 1746-1750 front Thaler - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler 1746-1750 back
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Thaler - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler

 
Silver 28.8 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
Queen
Maria Theresa (Mária Terézia) (1740-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1746-1750
Value
1 Thaler (Tallér)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.8 g
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#348041
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned double-headed imperial eagle with composite arms, at the center the arms of Lorraine and Toscana, the crown divides the legend above. Mintmark divided by the tail.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN TE DOMINE SPERAVI 1747

Translation: I put my hope in You, Lord

Edge

Inscripted

Script: Latin

Lettering: PRO DEO ET IMPERIO

Translation: For God and Empire

Comment

This coin is very similar to but there are some substancial differences. There are slightly different inscription in obverse, different positioning of mintmark in reverse, which is close to eagle's legs, and also different inscription on the edge (PRO DEO ET IMPERIO instead of PRO DEO ET PATRIA).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Thaler - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler 1746-1750 from Hungary made of Silver weighing 28.8 g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Francis I, who was the Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire and the King of Hungary, and it was used as a standardized form of currency across the empire. This coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely accepted metal at the time, and it was used for everyday transactions and trade. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item and a symbol of the rich history and cultural heritage of Europe.