Austria 1780-X Silver Thaler KM# 1866.2 Uncirculated
| We Last Sold This Item For: | $50.00 |
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| Last Sold On: | 8/8/2024 |
| # Sold In Past 12 Months: | 7 |
Austria 1780-X Silver Thaler KM# 1866.2 Uncirculated
Obverse: Maria Theresa to right, legend around
Reverse: Coronate double-headed eagle with shield, date and legend around
Diameter: 39.50mm | Weight: 28.06g
Mintage: Unknown
There are at least 150 different varieties of this innocuous world coin.
The Maria Theresa thaler (MTT) is a silver bullion coin that was first minted in 1741 during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa of Austria. The MTT became a popular trade coin and was widely used in international commerce in the 18th and 19th centuries. Here are some key points of interest regarding the MTT dated 1780 specifically:
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Historical significance: The MTT was used as a standard trade coin throughout much of the world for over two centuries, and was often used as a reference point for the value of other currencies. The 1780 MTT is a particularly notable issue because it was the last year that the coin was minted with the portrait of Maria Theresa, who died in 1780.
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The MTT was seen as a symbol of stability and trustworthiness, and was often used in trade transactions as a way of ensuring the reliability of the payment. It was also used as a form of payment for diplomatic and military purposes, and was a common currency in many parts of the world, including the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
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The MTT is a popular collectible coin, and the 1780 issue is particularly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and the fact that it was the final year of Maria Theresa's reign.
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Overall, the Maria Theresa thaler, particularly the 1780 issue, is a fascinating historical artifact that offers insight into the role of international trade and commerce in the 18th and 19th centuries, as well as the political and economic influence of the Habsburg dynasty.
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There is a website that avises there are 100 ~ 150 known varieties of this coin - get an example of this coin with a magnifying glass and that refeerence, you'll have a shot at determining where and when it was struck.
SKU: 211062
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