1 Thaler

Maria Theresa Thaler (Restrike)

Austria (Austrian Empire) · 1780 (Frozen date; likely a modern restrike)

Features the profile of Empress Maria Theresa of Austria wearing a widow's veil on the obverse. The reverse typically shows the Imperial double-headed eagle with the coat of arms.

Country: Austria (Austrian Empire)
Year: 1780 (Frozen date; likely a modern restrike)
Denomination: 1 Thaler
Metal: Silver (.833 purity)

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Overview

Features the profile of Empress Maria Theresa of Austria wearing a widow's veil on the obverse. The reverse typically shows the Imperial double-headed eagle with the coat of arms.

Historical significance

The Maria Theresa Thaler is one of the most famous coins in history. Though it bears the 1780 date, it has been continuously restruck for centuries as a trade coin and was used widely in global commerce, particularly in the Middle East and Africa.

Estimated value

$25 - $40 USD (based on silver content and commonality of restrikes)

Care & preservation

Store in a PVC-free plastic holder or an acid-free envelope. Do not clean or polish the coin, as this removes the natural patina and can significantly decrease numismatic value. Handle only by the edges to avoid fingerprints.

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